Case Manager RN

PER DIEM POSITION: You would be paid a per visit rate and reimbursed milage, any hourly pay would consist of meetings, trainings, or otherwise delegated by the office. Separate On-Call rates would apply if asked to cover call.

This position could/would go to a full time salaried and benefitted position with growth in the area. 

Job Summary:

• Provides prescribed nursing care services to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled persons in a home setting functioning independently without on-site supervision.

Essential Functions:  

• Demonstrates the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological and physical sciences in applying the nursing process. 
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in performing baseline-nursing skills. Maintains clinical competencies according to Hospice standards. 
• Administers all medications and treatments according to Hospice policy and procedure, accepted standards of care and Hospice guidelines. 
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and physicians. 
• Performs accurate assessments, develops and implements a written Plan of Care with the patient, following physician's orders and according to Hospice guidelines. Performs and documents nursing interventions including patient education according to the Plan of Care and adapts these actions as patient needs change. 
• Documents patient status in an accurate, timely and concise manner as required by Hospice policy. Addresses patient needs and problems, nursing intervention and patient response, safety interventions and education and teaching. 
• Demonstrates organization and leadership abilities by effective use of time and personnel through supervision and teaching. Effectively establishes priorities and delegates responsibilities appropriately when supervising the LVN and the HCA. 
• Maintains a committed and cooperative attitude with staffing, promoting teamwork and harmony by readily assisting other staff and patients. Participates in case conferences/team meetings.
• Makes visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required. (50%)

Additional Responsibilities:  

• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Possesses adequate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered.
• Conforms to all applicable Hospice policies and procedures.
• Participates actively in continuing education and in-services.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices.
• Assumes responsibility for reporting incidents and complaints according to Hospice policy.