RN Case Manager

St. Croix Hospice•Newton, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) at St. Croix Hospice is an experienced nursing professional who leads each patient’s hospice care team. This role involves creating and managing specific Plans of Care in collaboration with the Hospice Medical Director, patient, family, and/or facility staff. The RN Case Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day patient care, managing treatment, administering medications, maintaining patient records, and directing other members of the patient care team. The primary focus is to meet the changing needs of hospice patients, providing comfort and enhancing their quality of life as they navigate the end-of-life journey.

Requirements

Must have a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in state(s) of practice.
Nurses holding a multistate license can practice in other states without obtaining additional licenses while maintaining their Registered Nurse (RN) license in their primary state of residence (PSOR).
Minnesota, Michigan, and Illinois are not in the Nursing Licensure Compact.
Graduate of a professional school of nursing and is 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 required.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of recent experience in hospice/home care preferred.
2+ years of Nursing experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Provides care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and professional nursing standards.
Conducts comprehensive patient and family assessments to determine hospice needs, including physical assessments and health history.
Develops, implements, and revises the Plan of Care based on ongoing patient evaluations.
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed in the physician’s plan of care.
Educates patients and families on self-care, medications, and diet as appropriate.
Maintains accurate clinical documentation, recording pain management, symptoms, and changes in condition.
Coordinates care with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community health partners.
Ensures a safe environment for patients and supports their activities of daily living.
Provides emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
Arrange for necessary medical equipment and supplies.
Ensures HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
Participates in on-call visits as required including evenings and weekends.
Attend interdisciplinary group meetings.
Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities as needed.
Engage in professional development through training and continuing education.
Contributes to quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.