Hospice Registered Nurse

RN - Hospice & Homecare Case ManagerCunningham, KS $67,009 - $83,099 a yearTake charge of developing, implementing, and managing personalized patient care plans in a hospice and homecare setting. Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Deliver exceptional customer service while fostering respectful relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.Essential FunctionsCreate individualized care plans based on medical and nursing diagnoses for patients ranging from newborns to the elderly.Provide skilled nursing services aligned with the care plan.Complete accurate OASIS assessments as required.Coordinate with physicians, patients, families, and other disciplines to adjust care plans as needed.Supervise Home Health Aide services according to policy.Participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24-hour nursing availability for hospice, homecare, and private duty patients, including scheduled visits and admissions.Maintain timely and precise documentation following agency guidelines.Build and sustain positive working relationships with patients, families, healthcare providers, and referral sources.Encourage patient independence by setting care goals and involving patients and families in discussions about medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills.Observe patients' physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and collaborate with team members accordingly.Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security regulations regarding Protected Health Information (PHI).Minimum Knowledge and SkillsProficiency with MS Office and keyboarding skills.Strong communication abilities.Effective multitasking and prioritization.Basic nursing principles application.Required Behavioral SkillsIntegrity: Demonstrate honesty and a commitment to doing the right thing.Compassion: Show empathy and provide excellent customer service.Accountability: Take ownership of projects and adapt flexibly to changing priorities.Respect: Collaborate effectively with diverse populations and maintain a positive service orientation.Excellence: Exhibit strong communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to lead process improvements.Education and ExperienceGraduate of an accredited nursing program.Several years of clinical nursing experience.Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).Preferred: Previous hospice and/or home health experience.Preferred: Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse.Licenses and CertificationsCurrent Registered Nurse license in the state of Kansas.BLS certification required within three months of hire.Valid Kansas driver's license and auto insurance meeting state requirements.This role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families in the Central Kansas region and surrounding Midwest areas.