Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)
Ascend Health · Drexel Hill, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
Responsibilities
- Complete an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs
- Regularly re-evaluate the patient’s nursing needs
- Use assessment data to determine care plan needs
- Collaborate with the entire healthcare team, patient, and family to help direct the work of the team and provide care that is continuous and well-coordinated
- Counsel the patient and family in meeting end-of-life needs
- Initiate appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures
- Communicate with the physician regarding patient’s needs and report any changes in the patient’s condition
- Supervise the Hospice Aides
- Assist the team with on-call, case management, and visits to aid in coverage and call-outs
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing
- State Certified RN license
- 2 years’ experience as a professional nurse; hospice experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Willingness to travel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities to advance and grow your career