Hospice Case Manager RN - $10,000 Bonus bei VNA Hospice of NWI

Description

VNA Hospice NWI is seeking:

Case Manager, RN, Full-time

• $10,000 BONUS (offered based on experience and FTE Status)

Full-time, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with Minimum On-Call Rotation

Coverage area includes: Porter, La Porte, Starke, Jasper, Newton and Lake. Mileage paid if a fleet car is not available.

SUMMARY:

The Registered Professional Nurse serves as a case coordinator by providing, arranging for, teaching and supervising the health care of hospice patients in their home. The nurse appraises patient and family care needs and coordinates services with the interdisciplinary team.

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and skill in current nursing practice.

Exhibits knowledge of the concept of a interdisciplinary team and a working knowledge of the development of plan for patient care and the ability to participate in them as well as using the case management approach.

Functions independently and appropriately and demonstrates the ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.

• Possesses understanding of Hospice program and benefits.
• Obtains orders for and procures immediate medications and needed DME/supplies.
• Performs physical assessment of patients' condition, safety, knowledge, pain and symptoms.
• Initiates Plan of Care
• Instructs on disease understanding, progression, and immediate interventions.
• Documents assessment, current medications and initiates appropriate care plans.

Requirements

QUALIFIED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Unrestricted RN license in the State of Indiana
• Diploma must be from an approved school of professional nursing
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Minimum experience of 2 years medical surgical, critical care or oncology nursing
• Hospice experience preferred
• Must maintain current CPR certification
• Must hold and maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license and automobile insurance
• TB status must be current

GENEROUS AND COMPETITIVE WAGES AND FULL BENEFITS

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Standard Shift:

• Day Shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Acute Care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN License (Required)

Work Location:

• In person