Hospice RN Case Manager (Upper Montgomery County, PA)

About the role

Ennoble Care is a mobile primary care, palliative care, and hospice service provider with patients in various states. The role is based in or near Upper Montgomery County, PA.

Responsibilities

• Manage your assigned patient caseload within your territory and be responsible for the following tasks, including but not limited to: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating of patients' care throughout all phases of the nursing process.
• Document all notes in the EMR and submit them accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate and partner cross-departmentally with all attending physicians, hospice staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care for all patients.
• Educate and coach all relevant parties on the best practices regarding call levels of care for the patient including: physical, mental, emotional, etc.
• Partner with clinical leadership to manage/address any issues, share professional support, and exchange feedback to enhance professional growth.
• Attend patient care conferences and facilitate discussion of issues from caseload for full staff discussion, consultation and evaluation.
• Supervise and document the NAC every two weeks or as assigned.
• Assume the role of associate nurse when responding to patient/loved ones/caregivers of other primary nurses during off hours time or as requested by the Patient Care Coordinator to fill patient/family needs during the absence of other primary nurses.
• Provide appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement for family members and loved ones.
• Participate in the Hospice orientation, in-service training, and community programs as related to hospice care.
• Maintain familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of State and Federal bodies which govern hospice.

Requirements

• Valid State license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
• 1-2+ years of work experience as a professional nurse preferably at least one of the years in hospice care
• Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and loved ones/caregivers in varied settings.
• Skilled in nursing practice, able to cope with loved ones/caregivers’ emotional stress and tolerant of individual lifestyles
• Able to make meaningful observations, skilled assessments, and write comprehensive, accurate reports
• Must be a team player who supports an interdisciplinary team concept of caring for patient and loved ones/caregivers
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, the use of a reliable vehicle, and the ability to drive year-round to locations
• Must be able to take direction, work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a positive, professional manner which supports the mission of the organization

Qualifications

• Valid State license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
• 1-2+ years of work experience as a professional nurse preferably at least one of the years in hospice care
• Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and loved ones/caregivers in varied settings.
• Skilled in nursing practice, able to cope with loved ones/caregivers’ emotional stress and tolerant of individual lifestyles
• Able to make meaningful observations, skilled assessments, and write comprehensive, accurate reports
• Must be a team player who supports an interdisciplinary team concept of caring for patient and loved ones/caregivers
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, the use of a reliable vehicle, and the ability to drive year-round to locations
• Must be able to take direction, work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a positive, professional manner which supports the mission of the organization

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Nursing assessment and documentation skills
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Emotional support and counseling

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits such as Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with up to 3% company match
• Referral Program
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Pay

Starting at $90,000 salary

Schedule

Full-time employees qualify for the following benefits: