RN Case Manager - South Facilities Team

Empath Health • Port Charlotte, FL

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About The Position

Empath Health is seeking a RN Case Manager to join our South Facilities Team. The RN Case Manager beginning at admission the RNCM creates and maintains a plan of care, serving as the coordinator for patient and family interaction with Tidewell for the duration of the patient's hospice experience. When a patient and loved ones think of Empath Health Hospice, they will think first of the RN Case Manager. The case manager must be able to listen, observe, communicate and sensitively provide nursing services in emotionally intense situations. The RN Case Manager reviews and updates the care plan, physician orders, pharmacy profile and other records. The nurse also educates patients, family members and other caregivers about the disease process and decline, available palliative interventions, the dying process and safety practices.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Current Florida RN license.
• Minimum one year experience in an acute-care hospital environment providing direct patient care.
• Previous experience as a hospice RN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a plan of care for patients.
• Serve as the coordinator for patient and family interaction with Tidewell.
• Review and update care plans, physician orders, and pharmacy profiles.
• Educate patients, family members, and caregivers about the disease process and available interventions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree