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The Case Manager will provide competent nursing care to assigned patients through skilled symptom management, emotional support, appropriate teaching, and timely response to patient and family needs.
Summary of Position
The Primary Nurse/Case Manager is responsible for direct patient care.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.
Minimum of two years of experience in Medical/Surgical, Oncology or community health nursing.
Hospice experience preferred.
Special Skills and Requirements
Shall have a valid driver’s license.
Detail oriented with excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently without supervision.
Travel to other sites as needed; travel may be in inclement weather.
Ability to assist with patient care activities such as ambulation, transfers, and positioning.
Responsibilities
Provide competent nursing care to assigned patient through skilled symptom management, emotional support, appropriate teaching, and timely response to patient and family needs including:
Routine Homecare Visits
End of Life/Continuous Care
Referrals and Admissions
Care Center Assistance
Chart Reviews
Other duties as assigned
Participate in the IDG analysis of the patient resulting in the development, implementation, and revision of the IDG Plan of Care.
Teach, supervise, and evaluate the care provided by volunteers, hospice aides, and primary caregivers.
Facilitate continuity of care by coordinating admission of home‑care patients to in‑patient settings (hospital, nursing home) as needed.
Explain hospice services and benefits regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances and know when to use palliative care interventions.
Obtain and enter orders from medical directors and physicians when deemed appropriate.
Order appropriate durable medical equipment (DME) for patients.
Complete all documentation required by the organization in compliance with agency policy, accreditation bodies, and governing requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
EverHeart Hospice was established in 1980 and is a legacy non‑profit, community‑based hospice organization. Our mission is to provide exceptional and individualized end‑of‑life experiences for patients and families. Through the course of care, our patients and families become part of the family. The end‑of‑life journey is a milestone in life, and we strive to make this journey a memorable experience for each patient and their loved ones.
Consider joining our team of hospice professionals today!