Case Manager Nurse, Palliative Care

• Manages an assigned caseload in accordance with established standards, productivity expectations, and regulatory requirements.

• Develops, implements, and regularly updates individualized plans of care in collaboration with the patient, caregivers, physician(s), and interdisciplinary team members.

• Assesses and manages pain and other distressing symptoms using evidence-based palliative care practices.

• Educates patients and caregivers regarding disease progression, symptom management, medications, goals of care, and available resources.

• Coordinates care with the patient’s primary care provider, specialists, community resources, and other healthcare partners to ensure continuity and alignment of care.

• Serves as a clinical liaison between patients, families, providers, and the interdisciplinary team.

• Participates actively in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care coordination discussions.

• Triages calls from enrolled patients and families, assesses the needs of the patient and family, and coordinates needed care over the phone

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Current California Registered Nurse license.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the previous three (3) years or equivalent experience in a BSN program.

• Valid drivers license, proof of acceptable automobile insurance coverage, and reliable transportation.

• Reliable mobile phone with plan that provides good local coverage.

• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hospice or home health.

• Experience working effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• CHPN certification.