Peterson Health
Overview
Hospice RN Case Manager | PRN role at Peterson Health. Located in Kerrville, TX. Independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital with a compassionate, patient-centered care and team-oriented culture. What You Will Do
The Hospice RN Case Manager is a professional nurse who coordinates and directs hospice patient care in the home environment (private residence, skilled nursing facility, assisted living, hospital, etc.) based on individual needs. Responsibilities include independent management of the hospice patient population, advanced assessment, teaching, and decision-making; evaluating patients for appropriateness of hospice care and developing the plan of care in collaboration with the provider, caregivers, and Hospice IDG members; providing follow-up by evaluating the effectiveness of the plan of care and monitoring patient and caregiver responses; delivering patient care per provider orders, department policies and guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practices; collaborating with the provider, patient, caregivers, and Hospice IDG members to meet goals of care in alignment with patient preferences and hospice philosophy; documenting thoroughly and timely in the patient’s medical record; attending and actively participating in IDG and team meetings; and performing on-call responsibilities and holiday staffing. What We Offer
Health Insurance 401(k) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated Employee Education Scholarships Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Great Culture Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility Required Education
Graduate from an accredited Diploma of Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Required Skills
Nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Basic knowledge and skills to care for the clinical needs of the population served. Professional and efficient verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to multi-task, basic organizational and time management skills. Basic computer skills; knowledge of general office and administrative practices and procedures; ability to use office equipment. Open, sensitive, flexible and ecumenical disposition. Experience working with patients and caregivers dealing with life-threatening illness and end of life. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks of critical importance simultaneously. Preferred Skills
Home Care Home Base experience; experience with smartphones and smart devices. Licensure/Registration/Certification
Current Texas state license in appropriate discipline Current American Heart Association CPR Current Texas state driver’s license Current auto insurance; must have reliable transportation Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification
Hospice and Palliative Care certified; Wound Care Certified; advanced education or certification in area of specialty. Required Experience
Two years’ experience in healthcare setting in respective discipline. Preferred Experience
Medical-Surgical experience; experience in Case Management; supervisory position in healthcare setting; Home Care or Hospice experience. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Hospice RN Case Manager | PRN role at Peterson Health. Located in Kerrville, TX. Independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital with a compassionate, patient-centered care and team-oriented culture. What You Will Do
The Hospice RN Case Manager is a professional nurse who coordinates and directs hospice patient care in the home environment (private residence, skilled nursing facility, assisted living, hospital, etc.) based on individual needs. Responsibilities include independent management of the hospice patient population, advanced assessment, teaching, and decision-making; evaluating patients for appropriateness of hospice care and developing the plan of care in collaboration with the provider, caregivers, and Hospice IDG members; providing follow-up by evaluating the effectiveness of the plan of care and monitoring patient and caregiver responses; delivering patient care per provider orders, department policies and guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practices; collaborating with the provider, patient, caregivers, and Hospice IDG members to meet goals of care in alignment with patient preferences and hospice philosophy; documenting thoroughly and timely in the patient’s medical record; attending and actively participating in IDG and team meetings; and performing on-call responsibilities and holiday staffing. What We Offer
Health Insurance 401(k) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated Employee Education Scholarships Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Great Culture Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility Required Education
Graduate from an accredited Diploma of Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Required Skills
Nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Basic knowledge and skills to care for the clinical needs of the population served. Professional and efficient verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to multi-task, basic organizational and time management skills. Basic computer skills; knowledge of general office and administrative practices and procedures; ability to use office equipment. Open, sensitive, flexible and ecumenical disposition. Experience working with patients and caregivers dealing with life-threatening illness and end of life. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks of critical importance simultaneously. Preferred Skills
Home Care Home Base experience; experience with smartphones and smart devices. Licensure/Registration/Certification
Current Texas state license in appropriate discipline Current American Heart Association CPR Current Texas state driver’s license Current auto insurance; must have reliable transportation Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification
Hospice and Palliative Care certified; Wound Care Certified; advanced education or certification in area of specialty. Required Experience
Two years’ experience in healthcare setting in respective discipline. Preferred Experience
Medical-Surgical experience; experience in Case Management; supervisory position in healthcare setting; Home Care or Hospice experience. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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