Hospice RN - Case Manager

Care Initiatives • Dubuque, IA

11d

About The Position

Care Initiatives Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to patients with life-limiting illnesses in Dyersville, Dubuque, and surrounding communities. The RN Case Manager meets patients and families in settings where they are most comfortable, including private homes, long-term care communities, assisted living residences, and hospitals. Care addresses patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs and is delivered collaboratively with family members, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary team, with dignity and respect for patients’ needs and wishes.

Requirements

• Active Iowa RN license.
• Active CPR certification.
• Hospice or palliative care experience.
• Current driver's license and automobile liability insurance.
• Ability to travel between multiple locations within the region.
• Home access to the internet.
• Ability to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification (CHPN) within 24 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of verifiable experience working as a nurse (RN/LPN) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, and procedural skills to deliver high-quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence.
• Develop and oversee the plan of care under the direction of the physician, ensuring appropriate interdisciplinary involvement.
• Perform initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing visits and interdisciplinary assessments of patients.
• Deliver quality care and complete clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
• Develop and continually update plans of care that identify the care and services required to meet patient-specific needs.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees.
• 403(b).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Referral bonus program.
• Company-paid training and education through tuition reimbursement.
• Digital wallet access to wages as they are earned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed