Hospice Case Manager - Registered Nurse (RN) - Abington Hospital $10,000 Sign on Bonus

About the role

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization with nearly 23,000 colleagues dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care network that's committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the delivery of care for an assigned case load of patients in the home setting in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Determine the appropriate level of care for the patient as well as skilled need for services ordered based on Conditions of Participation.
• Initiate, review, evaluate, and revise the established plan of care in collaboration with the physician and the interdisciplinary team for appropriate care plan progression aimed at achieving patient goals, quality metrics, and level of care transition.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments and skilled treatments and interventions as ordered by the physician and provide patient/caregiver education aimed at achieving patient goals/outcomes.
• Work in collaboration with other network entities to ensure appropriate delivery of patient care and care progression.
• Complete data collection as per CMS regulation with a high level of accuracy that reflects quality outcomes measures and appropriate financial reimbursement for services.
• Formulate an individualized plan of care according to physician orders that incorporates the analysis of assessment data and current scientific findings.
• Collaborate with the physician.
• Relay significant changes in patient status to the physician and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in a timely manner.
• Deliver patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician and protocols using a patient/family-centered approach.
• Provide educational opportunities for patients, families, and clinical staff focusing on end-of-life issues, palliative care, advance directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning.
• Promote patient/caregiver autonomy. Evaluate effectiveness of teaching and modify education based on patient needs and goals.

Requirements

• Specialized Diploma NLN approved/accredited nursing program
• One year recent experience providing direct care in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of patient education techniques and principles
• Ability to take initiative and function independently without direct supervision
• Active participation as a member of a care team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage a caseload of patients as per agency standards
• Knowledge of Conditions of Participation
• Knowledge and skill in completing regulatory data set collection with a high level of accuracy
• Highly skilled in verbal and nonverbal communication
• Ability to facilitate difficult and complex communication related to goals of care

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree Nursing
• One year experience as a home health or hospice Registered Nurse
• Knowledge and ability to navigate multiple computer applications and EMR platforms
• AMB-BC - Ambulatory Care Nursing-Board Certified - American Nurses Credentialing Center within 3 Years
• CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse - Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association within 3 Years

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
• Frequent to continuous standing/walking
• Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift
• Activities specific to role include kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR

Job Duties

Provides services at Abington Hospital - 1200 Old York Road, Abington PA 19001

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