Palliative Care RN Case Manager

Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today! Looking for an RN (Palliative Care) Full-Time - After Hours (8:30am - 5PM) Monday - Friday POSITION SUMMARY: The Hospice and Palliative Care RN is an experienced registered professional nurse who initiates and coordinates the hospice after hour's calls. Provides skilled and palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients. The RN works cooperatively with the attending physician, Hospice Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary Hospice and palliative care team. The RN informs the Palliative Care Team of any changes with their patients. The RN provides care, as described in this position description, to patients who have been diagnosed with a serious, chronic or terminal illness. The RN regularly leaves messages for the other staff members. (S)he notifies physicians and families of any changes of condition. When a patient requests a visit during after hours the RN does a thorough assessment of any symptom out of control, conducts evaluations, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Credentials: Current CA RN License. BSN preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing desired. Experience: Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse Core Competencies: Demonstrated competency in performance of professional nursing functions. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team. Other: Valid driver's license and auto insurance. EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES: Health insurance coverage, Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid by employer Matching 401K plan Free Life Insurance/LTD plan Continuous professional and clinical training Generous PTO accrual Holiday Pay EAP - Employee Assistance Program Small service area Optional Aflac supplemental insurance Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status. About the company

Compact in size yet large of heart, Hospice of the North Coast provides an array of programs and services to the terminally ill, their families and the community.

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