VNA Hospice RN Case Manager

Mass General Brigham • Northampton, MA

10d • $37 - $54 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties. Job Summary Cooley Dickinson is the hospital where Hospice RN's can grow and accelerate their careers. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence. The Hospice RN Case Manager provides skilled care and case management to clients/families in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and accepted professional hospice standards of practice. The Hospice RN Case Manager provides services utilizing nursing theory and processes, communicates/documents observations and assessments, and promotes and maintains quality of life for clients/caregivers through direct care, teaching, and counseling in accordance with the interdisciplinary team care plan.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved, accredited school of professional nursing required
• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required
• Current CPR certification required
• Minimum of one (1) year medical/surgical nursing experience required; hospice/home care experience preferred
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills required
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the dying process with an ability to identify and treat signs and symptoms of the same including competency in pain and symptom management required
• Current driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred
• hospice/home care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled care and case management to clients/families in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and accepted professional hospice standards of practice.
• Provides services utilizing nursing theory and processes, communicates/documents observations and assessments, and promotes and maintains quality of life for clients/caregivers through direct care, teaching, and counseling in accordance with the interdisciplinary team care plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed