RN Case Manager Hospice - Toledo Area at Ohio Living

Toledo, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Care, Care Management, Patient Assessment, Symptom Management, Plan of Care, Quality Improvement, Customer Service, Education, Regulatory Compliance, Electronic Medical Records, Communication, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Time Management, Compassion, Dependability

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The RN Case Manager - Hospice is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of quality hospice care ensuring compliance in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. Essential Activities and Tasks Care Management and Service Delivery - 60% Provides ongoing assessment and nursing care to patient in homes and health care facilities. Ensures an accurate evaluation of patient needs, develops and implements a comprehensive care plan that addresses current needs. Follows current nursing professional standards of practice and agency approved protocols for hospice. Provides quality plan and symptom management for the comfort of patients. Communicates with other health care providers about changes in condition and patient needs. Assesses patient and caregiver needs and provides education when necessary. Commitment to high quality customer service for internal and external customers. Oversees the implementation of the patient’s Plan of Care. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan on an ongoing basis. Prepares for IDG by reviewing Plan of Care, reconciling medications and projecting patient/family needs. Quality and Compliance Management - 30% Audits and maintains current and accurate patient records through use of laptop computers and paper/chart documentation in accordance with policies, federal, state, and local guidelines. Participates in quality improvement projects as needed. Maintains knowledge of requirements of regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and third party payers. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) required. Experience One year experience in acute care or medical-surgical nursing required. Experience in hospice preferred. Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet required. Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred. Other Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards. Working Conditions and Special Requirements Sitting - Up to 4 hours/day Standing - Up to 8 hours/day Walking - Up to 6 hours/day Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling patients or equipment/supplies - Up to 50 pounds Driving - Up to 6 hours/day Work weekends, evenings, and holidays - Required as scheduled On-call availability - 24/7 for emergencies Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, and cuts - Work day Subject to patients with various disease processes - Occasional May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses - Work day Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - I Across our 11 life plan communities, we offer a range of options from independent living apartments and villas to specialized memory care and everything in between. Whether it's a helping hand or skilled nursing care, we're here to provide support at every stage of life's journey. But our commitment doesn't stop at our doorstep. Between Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice and Ohio Living Palliative Medicine, we extend our care to over 10 million Ohioans in the 43 counties we serve. We also offer provider-owned physician and nurse practitioner services, a Medicare Advantage plan, and pharmacy services — because health and wellness go hand in hand. The Ohio Living Foundation raises millions of dollars each year to support the people and programs of Ohio Living. From charity care to special programs and beyond, they’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve and ensuring that no one is left behind. At Ohio Living, our mission is that heart of all we do. For over 100 years, it has been our promise to care, to support, and to enrich the lives of our residents and communities.

Responsibilities

The RN Case Manager - Hospice is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering quality hospice care while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. This role involves ongoing patient assessment, care plan implementation, and collaboration with healthcare providers.