Hospice RN Case Manager

Full‑Time Hospice RN Case Manager Halcyon Home is seeking a dedicated and compassionate RN to join our team in Austin, TX. Key Responsibilities Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patient's physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, evaluations, and ADLs. Apply specific criteria for admission and re‑certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and the patient’s eligibility. Implement / develop / document the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommend revisions to the plan as necessary. Consult with and educate the patient and family regarding disease process, self‑care techniques, end‑of‑life care, nutrition and dietary needs. Prioritize any needs with the members of the IDG. Provide training to other staff as needed. Determine scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assess the ability of the caretaker to meet the patient’s immediate needs upon admission and throughout care. Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Apply concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Provide clinical directions to the Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided. Prepare clinical and progress notes that demonstrate progress toward established goals. Ensure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation. Inform physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and outcomes of intervention, while evaluating patient and family response to care. Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third‑party payor. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency. Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies. Perform on‑call responsibilities and provide on‑call service to patients and families as assigned. Provide effective communication to patient, family, team members, and other health care professionals. Requirements Current RN license and good standing with the state nursing board. Knowledge or experience utilizing Homecare Homebase EMR would be a plus. Experience in hospice or related healthcare setting preferred. Strong clinical and assessment skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Benefits 5 weeks paid time off + 9 holidays in year 1; 6 weeks + 9 holidays starting in year 2. 401(k). Dental insurance. Disability insurance. Health insurance. Health savings account. Life insurance. Mileage reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement. Vision insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Halcyon Home LLC