RN Field Case Manager

Summary

Provides and coordinates nursing case management care for hospice home care patients.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care case management work appropriate for a licensed RN.
• Participates in the development of the patient’s plan of care and coordinates the services and activities of the multidisciplinary team in respect to the plan of care
• Documents activities and assessments in the clinical information system.
• Provides support to patient’s family/friends including education, expectations, and reporting changes in condition
• Understands and is compliant with organizational policies and processes relating to regulatory, accreditation and privacy standards
• Performs other duties as required and/or requested by management

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Texas license.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• 1+ years of hospice experience or experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Current certification in basic life support.
• Ability to function as part of interdisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to communicate with team members and patients from a diverse community.
• Knowledge about hospice industry and experience in a hospice or hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience using a clinical information system is preferred.

• Reliable transportation and/or reliable insured vehicle and valid Texas Driver’s License.

• Ability to travel to multiple work locations throughout the day.

Note: An extended orientation may be considered for an applicant not meeting experience qualifications.

Degree of Travel: Frequent travel to patient’s residence, and or to attend office meetings and community activities.

Degree of Flexibility regarding work schedule: Alterations to routine should be frequently expected. Must be able to adapt to patient’s needs. Required to be flexible regarding work hours. Required to participate in the on call rotation, client care backlog, staff needs and work overtime as necessary.