What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Hospice position at HighPoint Hospice?
Care with Compassion: RN Case Manager Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospice team in Lafayette, TN. As a RN Case Manager at HighPoint Hospice, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional end-of-life care to patients and their families.
About the Role:
- Develop trusting relationships with patients and their families as an expert in end-of-life care
- Be valued and respected for your expertise and compassion
- Enjoy employee-focused wellness and support programs
- Experience incredible team support and empathetic leadership
Your Responsibilities:
As a RN Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for delivering the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Making initial nursing evaluations to determine eligibility for hospice services within 48 hours of referral
- Identifying patients' physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs, reassessing as needed every 15 days
- Initiating and coordinating the plan of care, maintaining accurate clinical notes on patient condition
- Documenting problems, goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
- Collaborating with patients, families, attending physicians, and IDG members to provide daily patient and family care
Requirements:
- One year of clinical experience
- Current RN licensure in the state of practice and one year of clinical experience
- Current CPR Certification
- Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation or public transportation
A Career that Makes a Difference:
At HighPoint Hospice, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that allows you to grow and thrive in your career. Join us in providing compassionate care to those who need it most.
