RN Case Manager-Hospice

About the role

Heart of Hospice, a part of LHC Group, is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our team. As a member of the Optum family, we are dedicated to supporting patients, their families, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services within 48 hours of referral
• Identifies and assesses the patient's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and reassesses as needed
• Develops and implements the patient's Plan of Care in collaboration with other professionals
• Coordinates patient and family care daily, collaborating with the patient/family, attending physician, and other members of the interdisciplinary group
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Two years of full-time clinical experience in hospice care as a licensed practical nurse may be substituted for the required two years of experience as a registered nurse

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience
• CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401(k) contribution

Pay and Schedule

• The salary for this role ranges from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment
• We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable

Schedule

• Full-time position