Registered Nurse Case Manager Hospice

Overview

• Provide compassionate care to hospice patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages.
• Conduct thorough physical and psychosocial assessments to develop personalized care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and optimize care delivery.
• Supervise and train home health aides, homemakers, and personal care workers.
• Request and implement physician orders to adapt care plans as required.
• Provide education and support to patients and families about hospice care processes.
• Ensure accurate documentation and data input to maintain comprehensive patient records.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance care quality and patient satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform detailed assessments of patients' physical and emotional conditions.
• Develop and implement tailored nursing care plans based on individual needs.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of home health aides and other care staff.
• Coordinate with physicians to update and modify care plans as necessary.
• Provide hands-on care and support to patients in their homes.
• Educate patients and families on hospice care and available resources.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss patient progress and care strategies.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Science (AS) in Nursing or equivalent education.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
• Preferred experience in hospice, home care, or acute care settings.
• Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in clinical data input and documentation.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality care.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and care environments.