RN Hospice PRN

UnitedHealth Group•Jonesboro, AR

8d•$71,644 - $80,080•Remote

About The Position

Elite Hospice, a part of LHC Group and the Optum family, is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager. This role involves assuming full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. The position requires continuous evaluation of performance, development of care plans in collaboration with other professionals, and implementation of treatment strategies to promote patient well-being. The nurse will be familiar with the concepts and needs of patients and families facing death and dying.

Requirements

Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
1+ years of clinical experience
Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Nice To Haves

Current CPR Certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Able to work independently
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty-eight (48) hours of referral
Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days
Initiates and coordinates the plan of care
Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily
Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client