Hospice RN Case Manager
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Hospice Registered Nurse provides compassionate, patient-centered care by assessing patient needs, coordinating individualized care plans, managing symptoms, educating families, and collaborating with the clinical team. The role supports patients and families through hospice care in the home and helps maintain continuity and quality of care. The position includes on-call responsibilities as assigned. The employer describes an environment that offers direction, performance recognition, and development opportunities. The role's salary ranges from $75,620 to $142,554 annually based on full-time employment; pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state or states where assigned to work.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- Current CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Performs initial nursing assessments for new admissions.
- Completes, coordinates, and revises the total plan of care, collaborating with appropriate staff to maintain continuity of patient care.
- Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
- Develops, prepares, and maintains individualized patient care progress records accurately and promptly, in accordance with care center policies.
- Records changes and outcomes related to pain and symptom management as appropriate.
- Educates families about the patient's condition, needs, and care.
- Refers patients to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or documents the rationale for not making a referral.
- Performs on-call responsibilities and provides on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase program.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
