Hospice RN Case Manager (Philadelphia, PA)

Ennoble Care•Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Ennoble Care is hiring for a full-time Hospice RN Case Manager who resides within or in close proximity to Philadelphia, PA. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the RN Case Manager works under the general direction of the Director of Nursing, the attending physician and the interdisciplinary group in providing skilled nursing assessments, planning, and care in order to maximize the comfort and health of both patients and their loved ones/caregivers.

Requirements

Valid State license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
1-2+ years of work experience as a professional nurse preferably at least one of the years in hospice care
Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and loved ones/caregivers in varied settings.
Skilled in nursing practice, able to cope with loved ones/caregivers’ emotional stress and tolerant of individual lifestyles
Ability to make meaningful observations, skilled assessments, and write comprehensive, accurate reports
Must be a team player who supports an interdisciplinary team concept of caring for patient and loved ones/caregivers
Must have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, the use of a reliable vehicle, and the ability to drive year-round to locations
Must be able to take direction, work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a positive, professional manner which supports the mission of the organization

Responsibilities

Manage your assigned patient caseload within your territory and be responsible for the following tasks, including but not limited to: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating of patients care throughout all phases of the nursing process.
Document all notes in the EMR and submit them accurately and in a timely manner
Communicate and partner cross-departmentally with all attending physicians, hospice staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care for all patients
Educate and coach all relevant parties on the best practices regarding call levels of care for the patient including: physical, mental, emotional, etc
Partner with clinical leadership to manage/address any issues, share professional support, and exchange feedback to enhance professional growth.
Attend patient care conferences and facilitate discussion of issues from caseload for full staff discussion, consultation and evaluation
Supervise and document the NAC every two weeks or as assigned
Assume the role of associate nurse when responding to patient/loved ones/caregivers of other primary nurses during off hours time or as requested by the Patient Care Coordinator to fill patient/family needs during the absence of other primary nurses
Provide appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement for family members and loved ones
Participate in the Hospice orientation, in-service training, and community programs as related to hospice care
Maintain familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of State and Federal bodies which govern hospice
Accept other assignments as appropriate

Benefits

A flexible schedule - so you can see your patients on a schedule that works for you
Autonomy - so you can feel trusted to provide the best care possible
Support - from our in house clinical team with any requests
Growth - the opportunity to step into leadership positions
Mileage Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits such as Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
Paid Time Off
Paid Office Holidays
Paid Sick Time
401(k) with up to 3% company match
Referral Program
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