RN Case Manager- Hospice

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking an RN Case Manager to join their growing team in the Riverwoods area This field based position is responsible for managing a caseload of patients providing therapeutic nursing coordinating care and supporting patients and their families in the comfort of their homes Now offering up to 97000 annually Offer based on years of experience HOURS Monday Friday 830am 5pm and one weekend every 12th week 4 weekendsyear TERRITORY Riverwoods IL 60015 Qualifications Graduate from an accredited registered nursing programLicensed as a registered nurse in the state of practiceMust possess current CPR First Aid CertificationMust be knowledgeable of quality assessment and assurance proceduresValid drivers license and proof of insurance is requiredWhat We offer Great culture and team atmosphereComprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision effective on the first of the month401k retirement plan with a generous company matchGenerous time off accrualsPaid holidaysMileage reimbursementTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramHospice Certification benefit and salary increaseMerit IncreasesEmployee Discount ProgramsWhat Youll Do Assume primary responsibility for patient and family caseload including the assessment determining eligibility admission processing planning implementation and evaluation phases of the nursing processObtain data and assess necessary information from patient physical psychological social and spiritual factors that may impact the patient and familys needs and initiate intervention by other members of the interdisciplinary teamInitiate communication with the attending physician interdisciplinary team and other agencies for the purpose of coordinating optimal careProvide regular visits to re assess the patients needs and update the plan of carePerform clinical pronouncement of death and provide support to the familyMaintain accurate patient records charts progress notes reports and prepare care plans timelySupervise and document delivery of care by the Home Health Aide as required by Federal State and Company guidelines