Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice

Summa Health At Home and Hospice•Akron, OH

About The Position

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:30pm On-call Schedule: 1 Weekend day every 4-6 weeks and Rotating Holidays as required. HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE: As a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) you will be able to help patients and their families navigate the most intimate and difficult time of one’s life. Using hospice best-practice care delivery approaches, you will have all the tools and resources needed to ensure an excellent end-of-life experience for your patients. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, you will be able to work with experienced teammates who care deeply about delivering a unique experience for every patient. WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE:Our leadership team values creating a place where you can do your best work. We have built our hospice programs to align with industry best practice and we take pride in offering a work culture where your time and your family are valuable to us. Our regional and local leaders are committed to giving you the tools and the resources you need to be successful, but we also value your personal and professional growth. We demonstrate that value by putting an emphasis on coaching and staff development to help you create the career you want. WHAT YOU WILL LOVE DOING: Symptom management: Through a thorough assessment you will work closely with the patient’s attending physician and the hospice Medical Director to ensure every patient’s symptoms are well managed. Plan of Care: Evaluate the treatment and medical condition of the patient according to the plan of care. Individualize the plan of care and adjust as needs change. Continuity of Care: Manage interdisciplinary care as applicable while promoting continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges. Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/progression and incorporate patient and family in development of plan of care. Listen to patient and family members. Documentation: Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines. Operations: Oversee and supervise total care of patient provided by nurse aides and LPNs. Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings. HARD & SOFT SKILLS: Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude. Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers. Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with current license in the state of employment.
Minimum one-year experience as an RN in an acute care setting is preferred.
Hospice experience is desired.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver
Capable of all physical demands
Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude.
Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.

Responsibilities

Symptom management: Through a thorough assessment you will work closely with the patient’s attending physician and the hospice Medical Director to ensure every patient’s symptoms are well managed.
Plan of Care: Evaluate the treatment and medical condition of the patient according to the plan of care. Individualize the plan of care and adjust as needs change.
Continuity of Care: Manage interdisciplinary care as applicable while promoting continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/progression and incorporate patient and family in development of plan of care. Listen to patient and family members.
Documentation: Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
Operations: Oversee and supervise total care of patient provided by nurse aides and LPNs.
Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

Benefits

We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.
Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

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