What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Case Manager | Hospice position at West Michigan Hospice?
Hospice Nurse Case Manager
West Michigan Hospice is a great place to work. We have very low turn-over and work great as a team of professionals providing end-of-life care to patients in their home around the Kent County area.
We're looking for energetic, positive people that have a heart for patients. You won't be just a number - you'll work with the owner of the organization, our Director of Clinical Services and our closely knit team. We have single digit turnover (most employees have been with us for over two years), great pay and a great team.
We're not just looking to fill positions though, we're interested in finding the right people. People who are:
HUMBLE | AMBITIOUS | SMART (as in people smart) | OPTIMISTIC
Sound like you? You'll be a great fit!
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Regularly assesses and reassesses the nursing needs of the Hospice patient.
- Provides Hospice nursing services, treatments and preventive procedures.
- Initiates nursing procedures appropriate for the patient’s Hospice care and safety in collaboration with Nurse Practitioner.
- Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
- Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
- Supervises and trains other nursing service personnel.
- Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
- Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
- Attends team conferences.
- Maintains records as required by Hospice.
- Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Always communicates to the supervisor if unable to meet a patient’s need or perform a procedure.
- Participates in on-call system and is responsible for providing on-call coverage when unavailable for assigned duties.
- Maintain skills and knowledge
- Works with interdisciplinary group.
- Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.
- Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.
- Assist with orientation, teaching and training as requested.
- Other duties as assigned by Director.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $82,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Care planning: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $82,000