Empath Health is seeking a RN Case Manager to join our team. Apply today!
Monday-Friday 8a-5p. Bradenton area.
Primary tasks duties and responsibilities:
- Under the direction of a licensed physician manages discomfort and provides symptom relief using specialized nursing skills related to palliative and end-of-life care.
- Provides initial and ongoing assessment of the impact of the terminal diagnosis on the patients physical functional psychosocial and environmental needs and activities of daily living.
- In collaboration with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG); develops implements and updates the individualized plan of care initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative procedures and initiates referrals to other services; requests complimentary services as needed.
- Educates patient/resident family and caregivers regarding disease process and decline palliative interventions care giving dying process and safety practices.
- Daily adherence to the customer service acknowledgement processes for facility staff.
- Supervises LPNs and paraprofessionals providing services to the patient according to regulations.
- Reviews and updates the hospice care plan physicians orders medication reconciliation (MAR)/ Pharmacy profile and other records to ensure patient / family needs are met.
Educational/Professional:
- Graduate of approved nursing program and current unrestricted Florida RN license.
- Valid and current CPR certification required.
- Minimum one year experience in an acute-care Hospital environment providing direct patient care; previous experience as a Hospice RN preferred.
Our commitment to patient client staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.
Providing compassionate full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
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Required Experience:
Manager