Benefits:

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Golden Oaks Hospice is looking for a Nurse Case Manager. The Nurse Case Manager is the member of the interdisciplinary team who is the pivotal person in identifying the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient and family. The nurse case manager initiates appropriate intervention and support for the patient and family upon admission and provides a continuously appropriate, comprehensive and responsive plan of care. Having a compassionate demeanor and strong interpersonal skills will enhance your suitability for this role. If you are dedicated to providing care and are a quick learner, you will thrive as you become acquainted with our best practices, which contribute significantly to the affection our hospice receives from patients and their families.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

Coordinates the patient’s and families care and services including those of the team, social worker, chaplain, home health aide, and physician.

Responds necessary information to the senior case manager.

Monitors the re-certification / re-authorization process.

Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as indicated.

Ensures and documents appropriate use of the medications, durable medical equipment and supplies.

Educates patients, families and other caregivers.

Provides skilled nursing as determined by the interdisciplinary plan of care.

Appropriately utilizes the skills and resources of contract personnel such as PT, OT, Dietary, Speech and Pharmacy.

Provides appropriate care plan and integrates care plans as needed.

Participates in the on-call rotation and weekends.

Staffing

Other duties as assigned by administrator

Quality Improvement

Integrates QI results into the established plan of care.

Participates in QI assessment routinely.

Participates in proactive patient calls.

Participates in routine chart reviews.

Professional Development

Participates in the orientation of new team members as assigned by the Team Manager.

Attends regularly scheduled in-services and educational conferences.

Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives and reviews with the Team Manager.

Represents professional nursing.

Skills

Excellent observation, diagnostic, medication management and clinical documentation skills

Clinical management experience in hospice care.

Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects.

Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards.

Sound judgement and attention to detail.

Strong ability to explain benefits to patients clearly (EOB).

Proficiency in computer and Microsoft office.

Knowledge of any Hospice software is preferred (but not required).

Excellent communication skills and compassionate nature.

Emotional/mental stability and stamina.

Cool tempered and patient.

And love dealing with people in a fast-paced environment.

Capability to lead a nursing team and comply with Medicare regulations.

And love dealing with people in a fast-paced environment.

Professional Requirements and Required Certification/Licensure

Current/valid LVN license in the State of California.

Three years hospice nursing experience.

Knowledge of State and Federal regulations relating to hospice participation.

BLS

The opportunity is here if you’re ready for it. Become a part of our team and help make a difference in lives. We take great pride in the work we do and the talented people who work with us. We’re always looking for highly skilled, driven people who value a collaborative, open environment and a flexible, professional culture.