What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Case Coordinator position at ilocatum?
Hospice Nurse Case Coordinator
We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Nurse Case Coordinator to join our esteemed healthcare team in Baker City, OR. As a Hospice Nurse Case Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality palliative care to patients and their families, both in their homes and in healthcare facilities. This position requires a deep understanding of end-of-life care and the ability to offer emotional support and guidance to patients and their loved ones during this challenging time. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments, creating personalized care plans, and coordinating services to ensure that patients facing a terminal illness have the best possible quality of life. In addition, you must possess exceptional clinical skills, effective communication abilities, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to align care objectives with patient preferences is another important aspect of this role. Educating families and caregivers and providing them with necessary resources is also a key responsibility. As a representative of our hospice program, you are expected to uphold our values of empathy, respect, and integrity, thereby contributing to a supportive environment for patients and families alike.
Hospice Nurse Responsibilities:
- Supervising and coordinating the care of patients nearing the end of their lives.
- Managing patient visit schedules based on individual needs, collaborating with physicians, and overseeing medication and orders management.
- Providing supervision to LPN's / LVN's / Hospice Aides as per protocol.
- Working collaboratively with a team of medical professionals to deliver holistic palliative care that encompasses physical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Qualifications:
- Preferably an Associates degree in nursing.
- Must possess a current Registered Nurse license.
- Minimum one year of experience in a similar role.
- Prior experience in a hospice setting.
- Willingness to be on-call as required.
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
