RN Case Manager

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

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Position Overview and Reporting Structure

In your role as PRN Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will report directly to the Director of Clinical Services. Your duties as a PRN Registered Nurse Case Manager will include :

• Assumes primary responsibility for assigned patients and performs all phases of the nursing process.
• Communicates with attending physicians, FH staff members, and other agencies as necessary to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for patients / caregivers.
• Educates patients / caregivers regarding hospice philosophy, disease progression, physical components Of care, stages of dying, and other aspects of the POC as necessary.
• Documents all patient related information according to FH's policies and procedures
• Seeks input from IDT members regarding the patient POC to obtain additional knowledge and support. Reviews and updates the POC at least every 60 days per regulatory standards.
• Regularly attends and participates in IDT meetings to ensure that the POC reflects current patient care needs.
• Prepares in advance for IDT meetings.
• Assesses need for Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) services.
• Conducts CNA supervisory visits per regulatory standards.
• Asses the need for and makes revisions to the CNA care plan.
• Informs the PCM of unusual or potentially problematic patient / caregiver issues as identified.
• Assists other RNCM's with their patient assignments as needs are identified.
• Provides on-call coverage as scheduled.
• Maintains annual clinical competencies.
• Identifies patients who may potentially revoke or need to be discharged.
• Models prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits cost effective use of time, mileage and supplies.
• Demonstrates familiarity with and adheres to FH policies and procedures, state, federal, and accrediting agency's requirements.
• Provides notification of absence per FH policy.
• Promotes and maintains respect for rights, privacy, and confidentiality of others. Respects patient and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Attends staff meetings, mandatory in-services, and other meetings as appropriate or upon request.
• Participates in committees, task forces and FH events as requested.
• Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional growth including state licensing / certification requirements.
• Understands and exemplifies hospice philosophy, values, beliefs and team concepts in all job-related roles.

Pre-Employment Requirements include :