Hospice RN Case Manager Oconomowoc/Sullivan/Ixonia and surrounding areas

Responsible for identifying and coordinating patient/family care to support terminally ill patients and families in all hospice settings. Provides comfort care at end of life and maximizes quality of life for patients and families.

Responsibilities

Identifying and coordinating patient/family care to support terminally ill patients and families in all hospice settings; Educating patients and families regarding disease processes, hospice philosophies, signs and symptoms of decline and end of life; Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician; Leading the interdisciplinary care group (IDG) to develop, revise, and implement the patient's Plan of Care; Completing, updating, and documenting in the electronic health record; Providing ongoing assessment of patient response to treatments, medications, and teaching; Supervising Home Health Aide and licensed practical nurse supervisory visits according to agency standards; Facilitating the discharge planning process; Conducting OASIS assessments for Palliative Care patients and hospice assessments where applicable; Orienting and mentoring new staff as requested

Requirements

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained upon hire unless department leader has determined it is not required; Valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles; Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing; Typically requires 1-2 years of experience in nursing that includes experiences in home health, hospice, medical/surgical, long term care, emergency care/ICU or oncology or similar related experience; Competent in the principles of deformity prevention, normal range of motion, body mechanics and body alignment; Excellent awareness and perception skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Excellent decision making and critical thinking skills; Excellent prioritization and organizational skills; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs; Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs of force and perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Physical agility and stamina to move about in confined spaces; Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Benefits

Eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program