RN Case Manager

RN Case Manager

Department: Clinical

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Joplin, MO

Reporting To: Patient Care Manager

Description

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate candidate for a Register Nurse Case Manager serving patients and their families in Joplin, MO and surrounding communities.

The RN provides nursing assessment, planning and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families. The RN responds to all phone calls promptly and appropriately, makes patient visits as necessary and completes after hours admissions and deaths as needed.

• 8am to 5pm, Monday thru Friday

• Previous experience in hospice, home health, or geriatrics preferred

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Key Responsibilities

• Responding to Phone Calls Promptly

• Professional Management of the Patient and Family

• Communicating with Medical Professionals, the Hospice Team and Others

• Training the Patient and Caregiver

• Elevating Necessary Matters to the Attention of the Patient Care Manager

• Cultivating Communication and Bereavement Skills

• Maintaining Accurate, Up-to-Date Records

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Hospice Experience preferred

• Current Registered Nurse License

• Strong Organizational and Self-Management Skills

• Critical Thinker with Good Judgment

• Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records

• Works as a team player, following directions and adhering to defined care plans

• Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care

• Can successfully pass background checks

• Valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Paid Holidays

• Health, Dental and Life Insurance

• 401K Investment Plan with employer matching program

• 5 Weeks Paid time off based off hours accrued

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Education Fund