Field RN Case Manager - Hospice
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Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The RN 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. He / She initiates appropriate intervention and support for the patient and family upon admission and provides a continuously appropriate, comprehensive and responsive plan of care.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:* Coordinates the patient's and families care and services including those of the team, social worker, chaplain, home health aide, volunteer and physician.* Responds necessary information to the Team 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.* Performs on site evaluations of Certified Home health Aides (CHHA) and volunteers.* Participates in the on-call rotation and weekends, if situation arises.* Integrates Quality Improvement results into the established plan of care by participating in routine QI assessments, proactive patient calls and routine chart reviews.* Participates in the orientation of new team members as assigned by the Team Manager.* Attends regularly scheduled in-services and educational conferences.* All other duties as directed by management.The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $50 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience.The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment. Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us. We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.Full Time Position Benefits:The success of any company depends on its employees. For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members. As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.Health and Wellness:* Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees* Vision insurance* Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)* Employer-Paid Life Insurance* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Behavioral Health ServicesSavings and Retirement:* 401k Retirement Savings Plan* Income Protection InsuranceOther Benefits:* Vacation Time* Company celebrations* Employee Assistance Program* Employee Referral Bonus* Tuition Reimbursement* License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program* Business-casual working environment* Sick days* Paid holidays* MileageEmployer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.RequirementsEducation and / or Experience:* Current/valid Registered Nurse licensed in the State of California.* Registered Nurse shall have a minimum of one (1) year experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years and holds a current Calif. RN license. Previous experience in hospice or home health preferred.* Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care.* BLS required. Demonstrates the ability to use good listening and communication skills.* Able to multi-task effectively.* Capacity to relate and work as a member of an IDT.* Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.* Travel required.