RN Case Manager- Visiting Hospice Nurse

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description Compensation: $87,750 per year. Bonus: $8,000 sign‑on bonus paid over 1 year. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, benefit time, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., occasional on call. Responsibilities Explains, interprets, and coordinates patients’ rights and advanced directives; explains Medicare Hospice Benefit when indicated. Performs ongoing physical and psychosocial assessment of hospice patients. Follows established plan of care for each patient and reports observations to team leader or primary nurse. Collaborates with IDT regarding new nursing diagnoses and changes in plan of care. Instructs and supervises hospice aides and LPN staff. Assists patient/family in obtaining durable medical equipment and supplies essential to care. Observes and records signs and symptoms of disease process. Communicates with the physician, the family, and other health team personnel to report changes and identify patient needs. Performs patient/family teaching; utilizes teaching tools and handouts; documents all teaching and patient response. Facilitates and supports patient and family self‑direction and independence. Prepares and administers medications according to policy and documents same. Provides support and relief for the primary care person while participating in hospice at‑home respite program and providing direct care to the patient. Completes chart documentation within 48 hours. Documents vital signs, measurements, nursing interventions, treatments and patient responses; completes flow sheets, narratives, and verbal orders, as per agency policy. Maintains a caseload with productivity in compliance with agency standards. Communicates with the nursing supervisor and other health team members in planning, implementing, evaluating and coordinating services to the patient and family to ensure completeness and continuity. Rotates through the on‑call system as scheduled for revisits. Incorporates the physiological and developmental age of patients into the overall plan for the delivery of care. Maintains appropriate infection control practices. Holds all patient information in strict confidence and discloses data only to authorized persons. Participates in required in‑service education programs and meetings, attending 9 of 12 nursing meetings annually. Demonstrates compliance with dress code by appearing well‑groomed, wearing ID badge while on duty, and maintaining a professional appearance. Performs other duties as assigned. Skills & Abilities Strong nursing assessment and documentation skills. Clinical knowledge to support the dying process. Ability to serve as a resource to patients and families during times of high stress and volatility. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in spoken and written English for clear communication. Well organized to manage patient/family needs and provide clinical oversight of the inpatient hospice operation. Proficiency in computer use, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and an electronic medical record. Education & Experience Required Education: Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing; BSN preferred. Licensed to practice as an RN in New Jersey (or Pennsylvania if practicing in PA). Preferred Education: CPR certification. Required Experience: Minimum one year of adult, pediatric or medical/surgical clinical experience. Preferred Experience: Prior home care or hospice experience. Position Details Type: Full‑time, Non‑Exempt. Title: RN Case Manager – Visiting Hospice Nurse. Location: Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice – PA. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation