RN Hospice Case Manager

About us Lakeside Hospice Inc. is a Non-Profit, Faith-Based Hospice headquartered in Pell City, AL. We serve patients throughout eight counties in Central Alabama providing numerous services that are non-traditional hospice services. Our programs include pet therapy, pet peace of mind program, comfort touch massage therapist, music therapist, music and memory program, barber service, food boxes and numerous other services for patients on a limited income.

LAKESIDE HOSPICE, INC.

- Lakeside Hospice is a Faith-Based, Non-Profit Hospice founded in 1991.

JOB DESCRIPTION

-RN Hospice Case Manager - We are hiring! Non-exempt (Full-Time) Responsible to:

Clinical Director & Medical Director General Summary:

Under physician's orders and upon admission to Lakeside Hospice, the Hospice nurse is responsible for identifying patient / family Hospice care needs for providing nursing and supportive care to terminally ill patients and families in their homes. Abides by the philosophy, policies, and procedures of Lakeside Hospice, Inc.

Responsibilities and Functions:

On admission completes initial nursing assessment and pain assessment including physical, emotional, and mental status. This is to be completed within 24 hours of admission. Initiate communication with attending physicians, other hospice staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient / family. Prepares, implements, and coordinates treatment plan for patient / family with team members. Evaluates and updates treatment plan every 14 days or as needs of the patient / family change. Teaches family members patient care skills and encourages their participation including: pain control, medication (the RN titrates within range prescribed), injections, dressings, hygiene, nutrition, checking vital signs in accordance with orders from physician, and identifies any emotional needs. Assists and supports patient / family through physical and / or emotional crisis situations. Maintains up-to-date patient records so that problems, interventions, and goals are accurate and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur. Reviews charts of patients for whom they are case managers regularly for completeness. Peer review as designated. Performs final chart review upon death or discharge of patients for whom they are the case manager. Meets and participates regularly with Interdisciplinary Team meeting. Sensitive to the needs of patients and families while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Ability to cope with high stress of continual multiple losses (deaths) and family dynamics.

Work Environment:

Patient Homes Institutional setting Automobile Office Physical Demands /

Traits:

Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Must be able to perceive the nature of sounds by ear. Must be able to perceive the characteristics of objects through the eyes. Frequent lifting and positioning of patients. Frequent local travel.

Qualifications:

Possession of current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Alabama. RN Degree Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients / families in varied settings. Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual beliefs. Knowledge of Hospice Medicare Guidelines and Hospice concept of care. Current Alabama Driver's License. Proof of current auto insurance.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary BCBS Health & Dental Insurance paid at 100% Long-Term Disability Insurance paid at 100% Two weeks vacation & fifty-six hours sick leave first year Mileage reimbursement pays .5850 cents per mile. Phone Allowance - $ 20 per pay period Lakeside has primary on call RN's 365 days per year

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person