Contingent Hospice RN

Trinity Health at Home Watkinsville, GA, US

Employment Type:

Part time

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Description:

Contingent Hospice RN Case Manager

St. Mary’s Home Care and Hospice located in Athens, GA provides compassionate, exceptional care where people are most comfortable: at home. We are the area's most comprehensive home care provider with trusted quality of care. With new strategy, vision, and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!

We have a pioneering care model with Home Care Connect, our integrated virtual care program that helps patients avoid preventable ER visits and hospitalizations. It enhances our clinical excellence with advanced, easy-to-use remote monitoring technology and 24/7 access to our Virtual Care Center RNs.

Contingent Hospice RN Case Manager position summary

Our Hospice RN Case Managers provides professional nursing care to the organization’s hospice clients as prescribed by the physician, and/or requested by the client/family, and in compliance with the state’s Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements, and the organization’s policies and procedures. The RN is fully responsible for the client assessment, care planning, therapeutic intervention, and overall supervision of client care and outcomes, is designated as the case manager for hospice patients. The Hospice RN in collaboration with the physician and other Hospice team members anticipates and manages patient’s symptoms, assists in identifying family/caregiver grief/loss issues and assists in implementing the Hospice plan of care. Provides functional support to Hospice Aides and LPN/LVNs as needed.

Territory: Athens, GA

Responsible for case managing a team of hospice patients. RN case manager will collaborate with interdisciplinary team and attend weekly Interdisciplinary meetings. RN Case manager will interact with the primary care physician and/or hospice medical director as needed to effectively manage patient symptoms. Position is Contingent primarily Monday-Friday when needed, with occasional weekend coverage when needed.

Minimum qualifications

Graduate of an approved nursing education program
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia
One (1) year experience as a professional acute care nurse
Home care experience preferred but not required

Your opportunity

Provide one-to-one care with your patients in their homes
Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus
Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
Flexible scheduling opportunities
Competitive salary
Career paths and professional development
Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology

Other benefits

Mileage reimbursement
Comprehensive orientation

St. Mary’s Home Care and Hospice is in Athens, GA and is a member of Trinity Health at Home, a national home care, palliative care and hospice organization serving communities in twelve states. We are a comprehensive, trusted provider of home care and end-of-life care in the sacred place that people call home. A Catholic-based, non-profit organization, we serve patients and their loved ones with home care (skilled nursing, physical/occupational and speech therapy, and medical social work), hospice and bereavement services. Our legacy continues with a pioneering, future-thinking care model. We blend clinical expertise with our exclusive Home Care Connect™ virtual care program to help patients achieve their health goals. We have energizing new vision and strategy. Join us and shape the future of healthcare!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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