Hospice RN Case Manager (North Philadelphia, PA)

Ennoble Care • Philadelphia, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Ennoble Care is hiring a full-time Hospice RN Case Manager who resides within or near North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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. The role provides skilled nursing assessments, planning, and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and their loved ones or caregivers. The position manages an assigned patient caseload within a territory and includes home and other location-based patient care.

Requirements

• Valid Pennsylvania state license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 1 year of professional nursing work experience; 1–2+ years preferred, with preferably at least 1 year in hospice care.
• Ability to assess and respond to patient and caregiver needs in varied settings.
• Skilled in nursing practice and able to cope with caregivers' emotional stress and be tolerant of individual lifestyles.
• Ability to make meaningful observations, conduct skilled assessments, and write comprehensive, accurate reports.
• Ability to work as a team player in an interdisciplinary care model.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, reliable vehicle, and ability to drive year-round to locations.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and work effectively and professionally as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned patient caseload within the territory by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care throughout all phases of the nursing process.
• Document notes in the EMR accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate and partner across departments with attending physicians, hospice staff, and other agencies to coordinate optimal patient care.
• Educate and coach relevant parties on best practices regarding patient levels of care, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
• Partner with clinical leadership to address issues, provide professional support, and exchange feedback to support professional growth.
• Attend patient care conferences and facilitate discussion of caseload issues for staff discussion, consultation, and evaluation.
• Supervise and document the NAC every two weeks or as assigned.
• Respond as an associate nurse to patients and loved ones or caregivers of other primary nurses during off-hours or when requested by the Patient Care Coordinator.
• Provide appropriate support to family members and loved ones at the time of death and during bereavement.
• Participate in hospice orientation, in-service training, and community programs related to hospice care.
• Maintain familiarity with agency policies and applicable state and federal hospice regulations.
• Accept other appropriate assignments.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Autonomy in providing care
• Support from an in-house clinical team
• Opportunity to grow into leadership positions
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid office holidays
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) with up to 3% company match
• Referral program
• Payactiv pay-on-demand

What This Job Offers

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