Hospice RN Case Manager

The Elizabeth Hospice

$93K — $127K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associates Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 months experience in acute care; 1-2 years preferred.
  • Current California RN license required.
  • Valid CA driver's license with auto insurance.
  • Current CPR certification and negative TB skin test required.
  • Preferred certification in hospice nursing and pediatric experience; Spanish-speaking is a plus.
  • Proficient in basic computer skills and familiarity with various office equipment. Recent driving experience in various conditions and home environments required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
  • Oversee and assess the implementation and effectiveness of care plans.
  • Direct care provided by LVN and Home Aides as per the care plan.
  • Ensure proper supervision of LVN and Home Aide services according to policy and regulations.
  • Keep IDT and primary MD updated on any changes in patient status.
  • Conduct clinical tasks in accordance with established policies and care standards.
  • Document patient information accurately using electronic charting systems.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation within the hospice industry.
  • Comprehensive benefits package with generous employer contribution.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Supportive work culture promoting work-life balance.
  • Paid Time Off including holidays and floating holidays.
  • Employee development programs for growth and training needs.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • Reimbursement for monthly mileage and participation in employee referral program.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

The RN Case Manager is primarily responsible for providing professional nursing care to assigned patients, which includes adults, pediatric and perinatal. With input from the IDT (interdisciplinary team), patient and family, assesses, develops, implements and evaluates the plan of care. Ensures appropriate communication and plan of care coordination to all internal/external customers.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

On Call: Two on-call and weekend shifts required monthly.

Salary: $45.00-$61.00 hourly. Compensation is determined by years of licensure.

Work Location: North San Diego County CA and South Riverside County CA

Travel: Travel is required for patient visits.

Requirements

Responsibilities:
  1. Develops written plan of care in coordination with an interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
  2. Oversees implementation of plan, evaluates and changes plan as necessary to meet patient/family needs.
  3. Responsible for the direction of care provided by LVN and HA in accordance with patient's plan of care.
  4. Responsible for the supervision of services provided by the LVN and HA per TEH policy and regulatory requirements.
  5. Communicates all changes to IDT and primary MD.
  6. Performs job duties in clinical areas as stated in clinical competency checklist, policies/procedures, standards of care, and critical competencies based on Scope of Practice.
  7. Maintains timely patient documentation using "point of care" electronic charting. s.Implements and maintains established hospice policies and procedures as well as Standards of Care and regulatory requirements.
  8. Provides health care instruction to patient and family members.
  9. Orients, instructs, and trains assigned personnel.
  10. Participates in providing 24 hour, seven days a week coverage to patients/families (on-call and census fluctuation).
  11. Performs admission assessment and admission when necessary.
  12. Adhering to the E-way standards is a requirement in performing all job duties


Qualifications:
  1. Must have Associates Degree, Bachelor Degree preferred.
  2. At least 12 months experience with 1-2 years preferred in acute care.
  3. Current CA RN license.
  4. Current CA driver's license with proof of auto insurance.
  5. Current CPR certification and negative TB skin test.
  6. Prefer certification as hospice nurse.
  7. Pediatric experience preferred. a.Spanish speaking preferred.
  8. Computer skills (word processing), use of adding machine, calculator, fax, photocopier.
  9. Because this is a field position, must be able to drive in various conditions, including but not limited to winding/steep roads, night driving, and rural areas, and be able to enter homes with pets.

We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways such as:
  • Competitive hospice industry compensation
  • Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution
  • 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
  • Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance
  • Paid Time Off, paid holidays & floating holiday
  • Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs.
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Monthly mileage reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Program


Salary Description

$45.00 -$61.00 hourly.

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