Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager in Chamois, MO

Join Central Missouri Hospice, part of LHC Group, a leading provider of post-acute care that is dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members. We focus on creating meaningful connections with patients, their families, our colleagues, and the communities we serve. Become part of our culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will take full nursing responsibility for implementing and managing the Plan of Care for hospice patients. Your role involves continuous evaluation of both personal and professional performance, ensuring you deliver quality patient care. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, you will develop tailored care strategies based on nursing theory, supporting the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients and families facing end-of-life challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct initial nursing evaluations to determine eligibility for hospice services within 48 hours of referral.
• Assess and identify the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients and families, with reassessments every 15 days.
• Initiate and coordinate comprehensive plans of care.
• Document care plans, track goals, interventions, and patient/family responses meticulously.
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, attending physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members to provide daily care.
• Educate and supervise patients/families in self-care techniques as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes regarding patient health and progress.

You will be recognized and rewarded for your contributions in an empowering environment that challenges you and provides clear pathways for success and professional development opportunities.

Required Qualifications:
• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle, or public transport.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse home environments without regard to age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial status.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

The salary for this position ranges from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment, influenced by factors such as location, experience, and education. Alongside competitive pay, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, and a 401k contribution, all subject to eligibility criteria. Here at UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help individuals lead healthier lives while making healthcare systems more efficient for everyone.

We value diversity and are committed to providing equitable healthcare that addresses disparities and improves health outcomes. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates must successfully pass a drug test prior to employment.