Hospice RN Case Manager (Chester County, PA)

Ennoble Care•Chester, PA

About The Position

Ennoble Care is hiring a full-time Hospice RN Case Manager who resides within or close to Chester County, Pennsylvania. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the RN Case Manager works under the general direction of the Director of Nursing, attending physician, and 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 Case Manager manages an assigned patient caseload within a territory and carries out responsibilities across all phases of the nursing process. The role involves coordinating care with physicians, hospice staff, and other agencies; documenting patient care in the EMR; educating and supporting patients, families, and caregivers; and participating in care conferences, training, and community programs. The Case Manager also supervises and documents the NAC every two weeks or as assigned, provides coverage for other primary nurses when needed, and supports families at the time of death and during bereavement. Ennoble Care provides a flexible schedule, autonomy, support from an in-house clinical team, opportunities for growth into leadership positions, and mileage reimbursement. Starting pay is $90,000 per year. Full-time employees qualify for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits, as well as paid time off and paid office holidays. All employees qualify for paid sick time, a 401(k) with up to a 3% company match, a referral program, and Payactiv pay-on-demand.

Requirements

Valid Pennsylvania state license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
1–2 or more years of work experience as a professional nurse, preferably including at least one year in hospice care.
Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and loved ones or caregivers in varied settings.
Skilled in nursing practice and able to cope with caregivers' emotional stress and tolerate individual lifestyles.
Ability to make meaningful observations, perform skilled assessments, and write comprehensive, accurate reports.
Ability to work as a team player supporting an interdisciplinary approach to caring for patients and their loved ones or caregivers.
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 as part of a multidisciplinary team in a positive, professional manner that supports the organization's mission.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of hospice care experience.

Responsibilities

Manage an assigned patient caseload within the designated territory.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care throughout all phases of the nursing process.
Document notes in the EMR accurately and in a timely manner.
Communicate and coordinate care with attending physicians, hospice staff, and other agencies as needed.
Educate and coach relevant parties on best practices regarding the patient's levels of care, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
Partner with clinical leadership to address issues, provide professional support, and exchange feedback to enhance 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.
Provide associate-nurse coverage for patients and families 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 state and federal rules and regulations governing hospice.
Accept other assignments as appropriate.