Hospice RN (Registered Nurse) Case Manager
On-siteAkron, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Assess patient symptoms and collaborate with the attending physician and Medical Director to ensure effective symptom management. Evaluate treatment and medical conditions to individualize and adjust the plan of care as needs change. Manage interdisciplinary care by overseeing admissions, transfers, and discharges while supervising nurse aides and LPNs. Counsel patients and families on disease progression, incorporating them into plan development and listening to their concerns. Complete all clinical documentation adhering to agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines. Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings. This role supports Summa Hospice's mission to provide high-quality end-of-life care in patients' homes, aligning with industry best practices and emphasizing staff development.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse
- current license in the state of employment
- Valid driver's license
- auto insurance in your name as a driver
- Capable of all physical demands
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum one-year experience as an RN in an acute care setting
- Hospice experience
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