Hospice Nurse - RN Case Manager at Transitions Hospice - Illinois

Oak Park, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hospice Care, Case Management, Comprehensive Assessment, Plan of Care Development, Medication Administration, Clinical Documentation, Physician Communication, Care Coordination, Patient Teaching, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, On-Call Duties, Professional Development

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Our people are the difference. Transitions Care is a leading hospice organization that has changed the hospice experience for patients, families, and team members. Imagine a healthcare company that provides 24/7 access to services in the comfort of the patient's home - providing the physical, emotional, and spiritual support that allows a patient to focus on living. At Transitions, you don't have to imagine! Apply now to join our team and experience the Transitions difference! As a Transitions Care RN Case Manager you will plan, organize, and direct hospice care. They work closely with the interdisciplinary team to plan and direct services to meet the needs of the patient and families within their homes and communities. Case Managers will travel locally and are responsible for the following: Major Responsibilities Completes an ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician's plan of care. Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports changes in the patient's condition; obtains/receives physicians' orders as required. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. Fulfills obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. Benefits We Offer Competitive salary Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans Life Insurance 401(k) matching Auto Allowance Gas Card Company Equipment Paid Time Off Free Scrub Tops Requirements Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Registered Nurse licensed in the State. One (1) + year Hospice, home health or related organization experience preferred.

Responsibilities

The RN Case Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing hospice care by conducting comprehensive patient and family assessments and initiating/revising the plan of care. They administer prescribed treatments, maintain clinical documentation, communicate with physicians, coordinate community care, and teach self-care techniques while working closely with the interdisciplinary team.