RN Case Manager

RN Case ManagerCommunity Healthcare of Texas has provided hospice and palliative care services since 1996. Our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals living with serious illnesses while supporting their loved ones who care for them. Community Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for an RN Case Manager. $5,000 Sign-on bonusPosition SummaryThe Case Manager meets with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services, coordinates admission of the patient, and develops the ongoing plan of care.Essential FunctionsProvide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing processAssess and evaluate the patient's status by writing and initiating a plan of care. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care as necessaryDevelop a care plan that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates hospice nursing actions. Include the patient and the family in the planning processAdminister medications and treatments as prescribed by the physicianProvide healthcare instruction to the patient as appropriate per assessment and planAct as Case Manager when assigned by the clinical Supervisor and assume responsibility to coordinate patient care for the assigned caseloadComplete, maintain, and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition and care given. Record pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriateCommunicate with the physician regarding the patient's needs and report changes in the patient's condition, obtain/receive physicians' orders as neededCommunicate with community health-related persons to coordinate the care planProvide and maintain a safe environment for the patientWork in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the needs of the patient and family/caregiverAttend interdisciplinary group meetingsParticipate in on-call rotation; may assist with admitsManage assigned patients equally, regardless of severity, contagion, or complexity of diagnosisSupervise LVN and CNA care plans and delegate responsibilities when required.QualificationsRegistered Nurse in the state of TexasHold a valid driver's license and have a dependable means of transportation1 year of nursing experienceCase Management experience (hospice)2+ years of experience in hospice case management strongly preferredProficient skills using a computer are required; Microsoft Office suite experience is preferred.BenefitsCompetitive PayGenerous Paid Time Off ProgramsCompany-provided Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term DisabilityMedical, Dental, VisionFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement Savings PlanMileage reimbursement for work-related travelReasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Monday through Friday / 8:00am - 5:00pm