Hospice Registered Nurse - RN - Case Manager - Davis/Weber
About The Position
In addition to performing visits and completing coordination of client care, the RN Case Manager is the point of contact for all disciplines involved with providing care to patients and oversees the frequency of visits for the episode. The RN Case Manager consults as needed with the physician and the office giving details about patient care. Performing accurate HOPE documentation, ensuring the medication profile remains current, assuring symptoms are managed appropriately, timely notification to physician of any change in condition of patient, attending weekly case conference and monthly case manager meetings are key responsibilities of this role. Provide all patient care in a manner that reflects respect for patient rights, dignity, and expressed needs.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered RN or LPN license
- Certification in CPR
- Prior hospice clinical experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of professionalism during stressful times
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Ability to adapt to different clinical settings and environments
Responsibilities
- Perform visits and complete coordination of client care.
- Serve as the point of contact for all disciplines involved in patient care.
- Oversee the frequency of visits for the episode.
- Consult with the physician and office regarding patient care details.
- Perform accurate HOPE documentation.
- Ensure the medication profile remains current.
- Assure symptoms are managed appropriately.
- Provide timely notification to the physician of any change in patient condition.
- Attend weekly case conferences and monthly case manager meetings.
- Provide all patient care in a manner that reflects respect for patient rights, dignity, and expressed needs.
- Assess the patient’s physical, psychological, and social needs.
- Assess pain and implement appropriate pain management techniques.
- Document patient history, symptoms, assessments, tests, and care according to guidelines.
- Review patient history, diagnostics, and lab data, and report any abnormalities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
