observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications, and nursing skills per competency checklistDemonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications, nursing skills per competency checklist.
Also asks
ability to organize and prioritize workload independentlyShows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
Preferred
Experience
at least 1 yearAt least one year of Hospice experience (preferred)
Completes initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs.Completes initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs.
Day to day
initial, comprehensive, and ongoing physical and history assessments to determine hospice needs
Day to day
provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing processProvides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
Day to day
write and initiate care plansWriting and initiating plan of care
Day to day
re-evaluate patient and family/caregiver needs regularlyRegularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs
Day to day
participate in revising care plans as neededParticipating in revising the plan of care as necessary
Day to day
determine nursing diagnoses using health assessment dataUses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
Day to day
develop palliative care plans including patient and family in planning
Day to day
initiate preventive and rehabilitative procedures and administer prescribed medications and treatments
Day to day
counsel patient and family regarding nursing and related needsCounsel the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
Day to day
provide health care instructions to the patientProvides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
Day to day
assist patient with activities of daily living and comfort careAssists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care.
Day to day
act as case manager coordinating care for assigned caseloadActs as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Day to day
complete and submit clinical documentation and pain/symptom management records
Day to day
communicate with physicians, report condition changes, and receive ordersCommunicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
Day to day
coordinate care plans with community health-related contactsCommunicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
Day to day
teach self-care techniques, provide medication/diet instructions, and collaborate with IDG
Day to day
provide and maintain a safe patient environmentProvides and maintains a safe environment for patients.
Day to day
support continuity of care across patient, family, and team membersAssists the patient and family/caregiver, and other team members in providing continuity of care.
Day to day
collaborate with family and IDG members to meet emotional needsWorks in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.
Day to day
attend interdisciplinary group meetingsAttend interdisciplinary group meetings.
Optimal Hospice is looking for a Registered Nurse Case Manager to provide services for our patients!
About us
Optimal Hospice is devoted to helping our patients achieve and maintain the best possible quality of life. Our mission is to improve and restore our clients’ lives through quality patient care, innovative specialty health care programs and state of the art technology. The Optimal team embodies compassion, heart, patience, empathy, and competence to meet our patient’s needs.
Thriving Together: As we grow, so does the opportunity for personal and professional advancement. Join a team that's not just about today but invested in building a future where your contributions make a lasting impact.
Community of Care: Optimal Hospice is more than an agency; it's a community dedicated to nurturing your skills and passions. We've crafted an environment that encourages growth and celebrates the unique strengths each team member brings.
Heartfelt Connection: In a world of growth and expansion, we've retained the warmth of a close-knit family. Your journey with Optimal Hospice is more than a career - it's a personal connection to a purpose-driven community.
Position & Responsibilities
Completes initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by:
Writing and initiating plan of care
Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs
Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary
Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis, and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care.
Counsel the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care.
Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for patients.
Assists the patient and family/caregiver, and other team members in providing continuity of care.
Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.
Attend interdisciplinary group meetings.
Benefits
Family Oriented Company
Dedicated intake and scheduling team that support you and your patients
Supportive work environment with opportunity to learn and develop
Mileage reimbursement
Competitive benefits package
401K plan + 15% matching
Company phone provided
PTO
Opportunity to provide individualized care to patients
Continuing education opportunities
Requirements
Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
Maintains a current CPR certification.
Current valid driver’s license.
At least one year of Hospice experience (preferred)
Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications, nursing skills per competency checklist.
Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
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Belmar functions as a pedestrian-friendly downtown hub with contemporary apartments and multi-story townhomes situated above retail and dining. Neighborhoods such as Morse Park and central Lakewood feature classic mid-century brick ranches and mature trees with relatively accessible pricing, while also offering straightforward east-west transit connections along the RTD W Line corridor.
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Outdoor recreation is a defining aspect of life in Lakewood, supported by over one hundred municipal parks and hundreds of miles of interconnected trails. Bear Creek Lake Park is a crown jewel offering water recreation, paddleboarding, swimming, and camping along scenic open water.
Hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers gravitate to the expansive trails of William F. Hayden Green Mountain Park, where summits deliver panoramic views stretching from Longs Peak to Pikes Peak. For more relaxed daily routines, Crown Hill Park and Kendrick Lake Park offer flat perimeter walking paths, wildlife viewing, and xeriscape gardens.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
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