Afterhours Registered Nurse Care Manager in Berlin Heights, OH
Job Description
Join Our Mission: Enhance After-Hours Care and Support Families!
As an Afterhours Registered Nurse Care Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate hospice care during nights, weekends, and on-call hours. This position guarantees continuous care and robust clinical management for patients and families outside of standard business hours.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality hospice services to eligible patients and their families.
• Provide direct in-person care during after-hours shifts, including assessments, admissions, routine visits, death visits, and live discharges.
• Conduct initial and continuous assessments addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Enhance collaboration within the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) through chart reviews, care plan updates, and communication with team members.
• Develop and refine the Hospice Plan of Care alongside physicians and IDG members.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, medications, and the hospice philosophy.
• Communicate significant changes in patient conditions promptly to hospice and attending physicians.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments and care plans.
• Participate in administrative and compliance activities, including workflow audits and survey readiness tasks.
• Maintain infection control standards and universal precautions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to field staff, conducting supervisory visits when necessary.
• Participate in ongoing training, updates, and required meetings.
• Foster a culture of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork in our organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• At least one year of RN experience in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health.
• Must meet any state-specific requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
• Strong understanding of hospice principles and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• Capability to conduct thorough patient assessments and create individualized care plans.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities in dynamic environments.
• Proficient in using EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and mobile technologies.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality and support quality outcomes.
Personal Attributes:
• Empathy for end-of-life needs and the complexities families face.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and urgent needs.
• Professionalism, maturity, and resilience in high-pressure situations.
What We Offer:
• Competitive pay, with a salary range of $83,000 to $90,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities and employee recognition programs.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement or access to a fleet vehicle program.
• Generous paid time off, including 7 paid holidays.
• Education support and free continuing education units (CEUs).
At SouthernCare, part of Gentiva, we believe in providing compassionate care wherever our patients call home. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and families, we encourage you to apply to join our team!
As an Afterhours Registered Nurse Care Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate hospice care during nights, weekends, and on-call hours. This position guarantees continuous care and robust clinical management for patients and families outside of standard business hours.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality hospice services to eligible patients and their families.
• Provide direct in-person care during after-hours shifts, including assessments, admissions, routine visits, death visits, and live discharges.
• Conduct initial and continuous assessments addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Enhance collaboration within the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) through chart reviews, care plan updates, and communication with team members.
• Develop and refine the Hospice Plan of Care alongside physicians and IDG members.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, medications, and the hospice philosophy.
• Communicate significant changes in patient conditions promptly to hospice and attending physicians.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments and care plans.
• Participate in administrative and compliance activities, including workflow audits and survey readiness tasks.
• Maintain infection control standards and universal precautions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to field staff, conducting supervisory visits when necessary.
• Participate in ongoing training, updates, and required meetings.
• Foster a culture of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork in our organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• At least one year of RN experience in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health.
• Must meet any state-specific requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
• Strong understanding of hospice principles and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• Capability to conduct thorough patient assessments and create individualized care plans.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities in dynamic environments.
• Proficient in using EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and mobile technologies.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality and support quality outcomes.
Personal Attributes:
• Empathy for end-of-life needs and the complexities families face.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and urgent needs.
• Professionalism, maturity, and resilience in high-pressure situations.
What We Offer:
• Competitive pay, with a salary range of $83,000 to $90,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities and employee recognition programs.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement or access to a fleet vehicle program.
• Generous paid time off, including 7 paid holidays.
• Education support and free continuing education units (CEUs).
At SouthernCare, part of Gentiva, we believe in providing compassionate care wherever our patients call home. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and families, we encourage you to apply to join our team!
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Hospice & Palliative MedicineHome Health
Employment Type
Full-timeContract
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
In-personHospitalNursing homeAcute careLong term care
About SouthernCare
SouthernCare provides compassionate end-of-life care to patients in various settings, including private homes and assisted living facilities. As part of the Gentiva family, they offer physical, emotional, and social support to patients and their families, enabling them to live with dignity and grace. They also provide rewarding careers in a supportive environment and help locate the right caregivers for in-home, palliative, or hospice care.