Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)
RN Case Manager
Starting Salary: $90,000/Year
Responsibilities
Completing an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs
Regularly re-evaluates the patients nursing needs
Use assessment data to determine care plan needs
Collaborate with the entire healthcare team, patient and family, to help direct the work of the team to provide are that is continuous and well-coordinated
Counsels the patient and family in meeting end of life needs
Initiates appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures
Communicates with the physician regarding patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition
Supervises the Hospice Aides
Education
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Professional Experience
Must have a State Certified RN license
2 years' experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience preferred
Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation
Must be willing to travel
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
About Ascend Hospice
Ascend Hospice is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.