Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice

Compassioncare - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Mid Level

Las Vegas, NV

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About the position

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager at CompassionCare plays a crucial role in providing direct care and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal care experiences for patients and their families. This position emphasizes the importance of compassionate care in a home setting, allowing nurses to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those they serve.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients and families
• Initiate patient plan of care and reevaluate as necessary
• Utilize health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis
• Administer medication and treatment as prescribed by the physician in the plan of care
• Counsel the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs
• Complete and maintain accurate clinical notes
• Communicate with the physician and participate in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregivers
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice in state of operation
• 1 year nursing experience required, 3+ years preferred
• Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred
• Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance