What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice RN Case Manager position at Sprenger Health Care Systems?
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Oversees primary care plan of Hospice patients and provides skilled professional nursing care to them, their families and caregivers.
- Facilitates patient and family education to promote continuity of care and optimal patient/family outcomes for quality of life as defined by the patient/family/caregiver.
- Documents accurate, complete and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given. Maintains documentation a on a timely basis.
Job Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program
- Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years as a RN with experience in a hospice or home health agency or other related health program.
- Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred
- Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting
- Understanding of Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying..
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with Ohio state requirements.