Hospice Rn Case Manager

· Demonstrates understanding of the hospice philosophy/principles and an ability to clearly articulate these with others.

· Supports ongoing management of the plan of care from referral through discharge for hospice patients and families per regulations and agency standards.

· Completes initial nursing assessment of patient/family to determine hospice needs.

· Provides complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).

· Initiates and implements plan of care in collaboration with patient/family with goals and interventions that promote optimal patient outcomes while maintaining patient dignity, autonomy and comfort.

· Coordinates ongoing provision of medications, durable medical equipment, nursing supplies and contracted services with effective cost management strategies. Anticipates/makes provisions for afterhours needs.

· Administers medications/treatments as prescribed by the physician. Observes/documents response to interventions, promptly communicates untoward reactions and modifies plan of care as indicated.

· Develops hospice aide plan of care in timely manner and supervises with revisions in plan of care as appropriate.

· Coordinates plan of care for patients residing in facilities. Acts as liaison to family members and facility staff regarding communication of plan of care.

· Coordinates patient care with team, family and physician for assigned caseload.

· Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care. Documents measurable outcomes related to symptom management.

· RN participates in weekend rotation and on-call (holiday, evening, and occasional nights), to ensure agency ability to provide 24-hour coverage (2 dedicated night RNs on staff). *Excellent on-call rates & schedule*

· 40 hr benefitted position available. Will consider flex schedule for the experienced, well qualified candidate.

Qualifications:

Experience:

· Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years' experience in health care.

· Experience in a hospice, homecare or Long-Term Care preferred.

· Experience in acute care in an institutional setting preferred.

· Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.

· An associate degree in nursing is required.

· A bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.

· Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Certification preferred

· Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.

· Current Massachusetts licensure: Registered Nurse

· Valid driver’s license

Starting Salary Range $35