What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice RN Case Manager- West Valley position at Bliss Hospice?
Bliss Hospice is growing and we are searching for our next team member to come grow with us! We have a PHENOMENAL team of hospice professionals. We focus on providing amazing care to our patients by providing amazing care to our staff! Low caseloads 10-13 max. Work-life balance and Flexibility. We provide care and support to terminally ill patients and their families/ caregivers. Your presence and services should bring comfort to the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind. For this role, you need to be a registered nurse who sees the value of hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We will help you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill, performing tasks such as managing symptoms and providing emotional support. The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
- Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
- Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
- Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
- Help in administering medication
- Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease’s end phase
- Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
- Assist patients and their families with paperwork
- Maintain accurate records
- Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
Skills
- Proven experience as hospice nurse or registered nurse
- Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
- Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
- Proficient in English
- Sound judgement and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
- Cool-tempered and patient
- Emotional/mental stability and stamina
- Formal nurse training; certification as hospice nurse is a plus
- Current CPR certificate
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $87,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $80,000 - $87,200