About this opportunity
Guardian Hospice Care lists this Hospice RN Case Manager (ALLENTOWN, PA ) opportunity in willow grove, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Overview
Guardian Hospice is revolutionary healthcare model, seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide end-of-life care and support to terminally ill patients and their families. This role requires a high level of empathy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide comfort during challenging times.
Requirements
Previous experience in nursing, preferably in hospice or palliative care
Ability to lift and move patients with care and compassion
Familiarity with medical-surgical procedures
Knowledge of hospice regulations and practices
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus
Duties
Conduct physical examinations and assessments of patients
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families
Monitor patient symptoms and condition closely
Educate patients and families on end-of-life care options
Maintain accurate medical records
Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues
Reliable means of transportation
Currently licensed as an R.N. in the state of Pennsylvania
Previous Hospice/Palliative care experience
Strong Presentation
Responsibilities
The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present Guardian's services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients
Participation in the information gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the admissions process.
Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested.
Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria.
Analyze data collected to facilitate/obtain admission orders.
Maintain clinical and professional competence.
Take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons.
Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient\'s family has concerning hospice and palliative care.
Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing quality end-of-life care to those in need.
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Worksite address
willow grove, PA, 19090, US
Who can apply
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