RN Case Manager
Company: Anchor Health
Location: Pleasanton
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
This is a Registered Nurse Case Manager position for our
Pediatric Hospice Program in the East Bay Description Are you
looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference?
Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of
all? Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we
serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for
and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family. The
registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care services
specific to each patient/family which includes instruction and
evaluation in the home. The professional nurse is accountable to
the Director of Patient Care Services for implementing the patient
plan of care and communicating each patient needs to the
Interdisciplinary team. The professional nurse is also responsible
for communication and collaboration with community physicians as
well as family members regarding individual patient care. Anchor
Health offers competitive salaries, great benefits and a
compassionate work environment. Requirements Patient Care 1. The
Hospice Team Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients
by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 2 Assesses and
evaluates patient's status 3. Initiates the plan of care and makes
necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 4. Develops
a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and
incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and
the family in the planning process. Acts as Case Manager when
assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to
coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. The
Hospice Team Nurse completes, maintains and submits accurate and
relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care
given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as
appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the
patient's needs and reports changes in the patient's condition;
obtains/receives physicians' orders as required. 3. Communicates
with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of a National League of Nursing
accredited school of nursing. 2. Current licensure in State of CA
and CPR certification. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of
one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last
three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a
program accredited by the National League of Nursing and a current
RN license. Minimum of two (2) years' experience, at least one of
which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice
nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required.
Responsible for supervising hospice aides. 5. Excellent
observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem
solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency
checklist. 6. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able
to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies
and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling
and/or crouching. 7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile
that is insured in accordance with state/or organization
requirements and is in good working order.
Keywords: Anchor Health, Pleasanton , RN Case Manager, Executive , Pleasanton, California
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