Registered Nurse Case Manager Hospice Overview • The Registered Nurse Case Manager Hospice role involves providing compassionate care to patients in the end stages of life. • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans for hospice patients. • Perform comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments to address patient needs effectively. • Supervise and evaluate home health aides, homemakers, and personal care workers in patients' homes. • Request and manage physician orders to ensure optimal patient care plans. • Work full-time, Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month commitment. • Utilize clinical expertise to input and manage patient data proficiently. • Provide education and guidance to patients and families regarding hospice care processes. Registered Nurse Case Manager Hospice Key Responsibilities & Duties • Conduct thorough physical and psychosocial assessments for hospice patients to determine care needs. • Develop and implement nursing care plans tailored to individual patient requirements. • Supervise and train home health aides and personal care workers to ensure quality care delivery. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance patient care outcomes. • Request and manage physician orders to adapt care plans as patient conditions change. • Provide education to patients and families about hospice care and support services. • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical data and patient interactions. • Participate in one weekend per month to provide continuity of care. Registered Nurse Case Manager Hospice Job Requirements • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required for this position. • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting. • Hospice experience is preferred; home care and acute care experience considered. • Proficiency in working within an interdisciplinary team environment. • Strong communication, teaching, and listening skills are essential. • Ability to input and manage clinical data proficiently using relevant systems. • Commitment to providing compassionate care to patients and their families. • Willingness to work on-site and participate in weekend rotations.