Hospice RN Case Manager

Empath Health • Brandon, FL

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Suncoast Hospice, a part of Empath Health is seeking a caring and motivated RN Case Manager to work with us at in North Hillsborough area (Westchase/Citrus Park) while providing exceptional care on the following schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p. Since 1977, Suncoast Hospice has been honored to serve our neighbors across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with compassionate end-of-life care. As part of Empath Health, we help those living with advanced illness find comfort, dignity, and meaning, while supporting their families and caregivers with guidance and care every step of the way.

Requirements

• Graduate of approved nursing program and current unrestricted Florida RN license.
• Valid and current CPR certification required.
• Minimum one year experience in an acute-care Hospital environment providing direct patient care
• Bilingual preferred

Nice To Haves

• previous experience as a Hospice RN preferred.
• CHPN certification is strongly encouraged within three years of employment.
• BSN or MSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed physician, manages discomfort and provides symptom relief using specialized nursing skills related to palliative and end-of-life care.
• Provides initial and ongoing assessment of the impact of the terminal diagnosis on the patient’s physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs and activities of daily living.
• In collaboration with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG); develops implements and updates the individualized plan of care, initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative procedures and initiates referrals to other services; requests complimentary services, as needed.
• Educates patient/resident, family and caregivers regarding disease process and decline, palliative interventions care giving, dying process and safety practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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