Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

Elara Caring • Swanton, OH

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About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager to provide hospice care in the Fulton County territory. The role involves assessing patients and families, monitoring patient conditions, supporting implementation of interdisciplinary plans of care, educating care teams and caregivers, and providing support and bereavement assessments at the time of death.

Requirements

• Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• At least one year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record, or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess hospice patients and families to identify physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental needs.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly communicate significant changes, concerns, or safety issues to the physician and care team.
• Educate and support patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff in following the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.
• Provide education on hospice philosophy, pain management, and symptom management to staff in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and other care settings.
• Provide compassionate support at the time of death and complete bereavement assessments for families and caregivers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree