Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)

St. Croix Hospice•Arnold, MO

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) leads each hospice patient’s care team and helps create and manage an individualized Plan of Care in collaboration with the Hospice Medical Director, patient, family, and/or facility staff. The RNCM provides day-to-day patient care, manages treatment, administers medications, maintains patient records, and directs other members of the care team as patient needs change, with a focus on comfort and quality of life. The position provides care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and professional nursing standards. It includes assessing patients and families, developing and revising care plans, coordinating care, educating and supporting patients and families, and maintaining clinical documentation and confidentiality. The role also includes on-call visits as required, including evenings and weekends, and adapting to varied conditions while providing care in a home setting.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state(s) of practice; multistate license holders may practice in other states under the stated compact provisions.
Graduate of a professional school of nursing and currently licensed, certified, or registered in the state(s) of practice.
Ability to pass DHS background, consumer report, and drug test.
Valid state driver’s license, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record.
Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 30 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions while providing patient care in a home setting.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of recent hospice or home-care experience.
At least 2 years of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provide care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and professional nursing standards.
Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments, including physical assessments and health histories, to determine hospice needs.
Develop, implement, and revise the Plan of Care based on ongoing patient evaluations.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed in the physician’s plan of care.
Educate patients and families on self-care, medications, and diet as appropriate.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including pain management, symptoms, and changes in condition.
Coordinate care with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community health partners.
Ensure a safe environment for patients and support their activities of daily living.
Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
Arrange for necessary medical equipment and supplies.
Ensure HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
Participate in on-call visits as required, including evenings and weekends.
Attend interdisciplinary group meetings.
Supervise ancillary personnel and delegate responsibilities as needed.
Engage in professional development through training and continuing education.
Contribute to quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.