What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Case Manager-Weekend Baylor 8p-8a position at Affinity Hospice?
Job Description:
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to work on call night and weekends as needed.
- Work closely with the sales, clinical, and leadership team.
- Case manages and provides clinical direction to the interdisciplinary team, physician, and family.
- Implement/develop/document the patient plan of care.
- Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).
- Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.
- Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payer.
- Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
- Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.
- Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call service to patients/families as assigned.
- Supervise and provide direction to the home health aide and the LPN.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management to support department goals and initiatives.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to write, speak, understand, and read the English language.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and supports Affinity Hospice’s vision, value statements, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
- High organizational and work ethic standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be computer literate. • Flexibility to travel within the assigned territory.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements. • Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
