Case Manager RN -Hospice

This position is responsible for the overall coordination of client care for hospice patients. This includes the oversight of the planning, coordinating, organizing, and directing of the client’s plan of care. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing the coordination of client services and medications necessary to meet client needs. In conjunction with the hospice interdisciplinary team and the hospice medical director, directs hospice episode of care, verifies ongoing hospice eligibility, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and The Joint Commission requirements and excellent nursing practice

The Case Manager-Hospice is responsible to coordinate and provide hospice services to patients who are terminally ill and their families, complying with the agency policies and procedures. The incumbent must be highly motivated and demonstrate critical thinking skills. The Case Manager is responsible for managing the plan of care, coordinating additional hospice disciplines, providing education related to end of life, and conducting ongoing medication management. The ability to drive and be on-call are components of this position.

The Case Manager must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, assess ongoing eligibility for hospice services, and provide end of life care. The incumbent provides care under the direction of the attending physician, the Hospice Administrator, and the Hospice Nurse Manager. Close collaboration with hospice medical providers and leadership is required on a daily basis.

This position does provide patient care.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

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Education:

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; bachelor’s degree preferred. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain State of Nevada Registered Nurse licensure.

Experience:

At least one year of acute care experience and/or one year of home health or hospice preferred. Understanding of Hospice philosophy required. Must be able to function in a practice environment with minimal direct supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with patients and their families.

License(s):

Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license.

Valid State of Nevada or California driver's license and ability to pass Renown Health's Department of Motor Vehicle Report criteria. Must be able to transport self to patient's home/facility. May be working in multiple locations in a workday.

Required for this position Fingerprints must be able to pass Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DBPH) background checks upon hire and every 5 years per State of Nevada Revised Statue (NRS 449.123) to remain in this position.

Certification(s):

Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards.

Computer / Typing:

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.