RN Case Manager - Hospice

Explore opportunities with Christus Hospice Schumpert, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluate your personal and professional performance and make necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of Care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well‑being. Familiarity with the concepts and needs of patients/families who are facing death and dying is essential. Primary Responsibilities Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during the visit within forty‑eight (48) hours of referral. Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re‑assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days. Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily. Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self‑care techniques when appropriate. Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client. Compensation and Benefits You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $75,620 to $113,430 annually based on full‑time employment. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Required Qualifications Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice. Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation. State Specific Requirements (LA) 2+ years of full‑time experience working as an RN. Two years of full‑time hospice clinical experience as a licensed practical nurse may be substituted for the required two years of experience as a registered nurse. Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of clinical experience. Current CPR certification or ability to complete it within 90 days of hire. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr