Registered Nurse

Hospice RN Case Manager

$6,000 signing BONUS!

Come join a team of devoted, collaborative professionals at Caring Hospice Services. We are committed to the compassionate care and support of hospice patients and their families.

Work area: North Pittsburgh

The RN Case Manager provides nursing care with special emphasis on control of pain and other symptoms to the hospice patient. Implements physician plan of care and establishes a nursing plan of care based upon nursing process. Trains, supervises and supports the family in provision of care to the patient.

Job Functions:

• Assess the physical and psychological status of the patient.
• Reviews past and present medical history of the patient. Perceptive in planning and problem solving.
• Provides emotional support to caregivers.
• Able to work independently and make critical decisions based on available patient information.
• Communicates information regarding patients plan of care with other hospice staff members as needed.
• Performs ongoing assessment of patients conditions, physical needs and needs of family for support in giving care.
• Maintains ongoing communication with prescribing physician for changes in medication and treatments as needed.
• Documents hospice patients condition and nursing interventions on clinical record.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in State of PA
• Hospice experience preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid requirements outlined in the laws of licensure in the state (s) which he/she practices.
• Ability to relate and treat terminally ill patients/families and their particular problems.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: On the road