RN Hospice Case Manager Independence, MO
Company: AseraCare Hospice an Amedisys Company
Location: Independence
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
External Job Posting Information Qualifications - External
Required Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered
Nurse specific to the state(s) the employee is assigned to
work/cover for the company. May possess either a single state
license in each non-compact state and/or a compact license in their
state of residence that is accepted in all Nurse License Compact
(NLC) participating states.Nurse License Compact (NLC) documents
the following: The mutual recognition model of nurse licensure
allows a nurse to have one license (in his or her state of
residency) and to practice in other states (both physical and
electronic), subject to each state's practice law and regulation.
Nurses must legally reside in an NLC state to be eligible to have a
multi-state license. One (1+) year of experience as a Registered
Nurse or eligible for RN intern program. Current CPR certification
Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation and agency
required liability insurance to complete home visits Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree Previous home health or
hospice experience Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse
(CHPN)_Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy,
marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability,
military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or
carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic._
Description - External What You Will Do As a hospice case manager
for Amedisys, you will have a special opportunity to provide,
coordinate and direct the provision of hospice nursing and
palliative care to terminally ill patients in their home. You will
closely collaborate with the attending physician, patients and
their families, and other members of the patient care team to
provide and maintain continuity of patient care to achieve
excellent pain and symptom management and high quality end-of-life
care for the patient. Performs initial nursing assessment on new
admissions and completed initial plan of care. Coordinates the
total Plan of Care and maintains continuity of patient care by
collaborating with appropriate staff. Revises plan of care as
needed. Completes updated Plan of Care according to state
regulation and communicates changes to attending physician, hospice
staff, and contractors providing patient care. Develops, prepares,
and maintains individualized patient care progress records with
accuracy, timeliness and according to care center policies. Records
pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Works in
cooperation with family/caregiver and IDT to meet emotional needs
of the patient/family/caregiver. Teaches patients, families and
caregivers appropriate patient care techniques. Makes referrals to
other hospice care disciplines as needed or documents rationale for
not doing so. Regularly communicates with Clinical Manager and
protects, honors and respects patient and coworker confidentiality
and right to privacy. Attends care center provided in-service
programs to fulfill requirements of the position and care center
policy. Keeps abreast of nursing trends and knowledge. Performs
on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families
as assigned. Complies with policies, procedures and regulatory
mandates including but not limited to abiding to the terms of the
Amedisys Compliance Program. Performs other duties as
assigned.About Amedisys Caregiving is our Calling At Amedisys
whether we're caring for patients directly or supporting those who
do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member
contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically
distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families
every day.In hospice, you'll be a true advocate for patients at the
end of life while maintaining autonomy and independence to support
their needs.If you're looking for a home with a Nationwide Company
where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a
difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our
team.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee
assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life
insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement
Vision insuranceMedical specialties: Hospice & Palliative
MedicineSchedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to FridayWork
setting: Hospice OutpatientExperience: Nursing: 1 year
(Required)License/Certification: RN (Required) Driver's License
(Required)Work Location: On the road
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