Hospice RN Case Manager - PRN

Empath Health•Boca Raton, FL

About The Position

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a caring and motivated RN Hospice Case Manager to provide patient-centered care in Central Palm Beach County. The role coordinates care for patients and families under the direction of the primary physician and registered nurse, identifies patient and family needs, and contributes to and follows an individualized plan of care as part of the interdisciplinary group. The position uses monitoring, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize comfort and quality of life while providing personalized, compassionate service and maintaining confidentiality. This is a PRN position with a schedule of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekend availability. Trustbridge Hospice serves families across Palm Beach and Broward counties. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care, HIV and sexual health services, and dementia support.

Requirements

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Understanding of and ability to apply hospice nursing characteristics, including case management, crisis intervention, communication, teaching, thanatology skills, and needs.
Basic computer skills.
Adequate and reliable transportation with adequate insurance and a valid Florida driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Hospice certification.
One year of experience in public health, home nursing care, oncology nursing, medical/surgical nursing, geriatric nursing, or hospice nursing.
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) software.

Responsibilities

Support and carry out the organization’s mission, vision, and values consistently.
Coordinate patient and family care under the direction of the primary physician and registered nurse.
Identify patient and family needs.
Contribute to and follow an individualized plan of care as part of the interdisciplinary group.
Use monitoring, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and quality of life.
Make the comfort and care of patients and families the highest priority.
Provide personalized, sincere, and engaging service to patients and families.
Address patient and family concerns promptly and effectively.
Maintain confidentiality in the care of patients and families.