Contingent/PRN Hospice RN

Trinity Health

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About The Position

PRN/Contingent Hospice RN Case Manager St. Mary’s Home Care and Hospice located in Athens, GA provides compassionate, exceptional care where people are most comfortable: at home. We are the area's most comprehensive home care provider with trusted quality of care. With new strategy, vision, and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare! We have a pioneering care model with Home Care Connect, our integrated virtual care program that helps patients avoid preventable ER visits and hospitalizations. It enhances our clinical excellence with advanced, easy-to-use remote monitoring technology and 24/7 access to our Virtual Care Center RNs. Contingent Hospice RN Case Manager position summary Our Hospice RN Case Managers provides professional nursing care to the organization’s hospice clients as prescribed by the physician, and/or requested by the client/family, and in compliance with the state’s Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements, and the organization’s policies and procedures. The RN is fully responsible for the client assessment, care planning, therapeutic intervention, and overall supervision of client care and outcomes, is designated as the case manager for hospice patients. The Hospice RN in collaboration with the physician and other Hospice team members anticipates and manages patient’s symptoms, assists in identifying family/caregiver grief/loss issues and assists in implementing the Hospice plan of care. Provides functional support to Hospice Aides and LPN/LVNs as needed. Territory: Athens, GA Responsible for case managing a team of hospice patients. RN case manager will collaborate with interdisciplinary team and attend weekly Interdisciplinary meetings. RN Case manager will interact with the primary care physician and/or hospice medical director as needed to effectively manage patient symptoms. Position is Contingent primarily Monday-Friday when needed, with occasional weekend coverage when needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing education program.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• One (1) year experience as a professional acute care nurse.
• Home care experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to hospice clients as prescribed by the physician.
• Conduct client assessments and develop care plans.
• Manage therapeutic interventions and supervise overall client care and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospice team members to manage patient symptoms.
• Assist in identifying family/caregiver grief/loss issues.
• Implement the Hospice plan of care.
• Provide functional support to Hospice Aides and LPN/LVNs.
• Attend weekly interdisciplinary meetings.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Comprehensive orientation.
• Flexible scheduling opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Career paths and professional development.
• Access to advanced technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees