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HospiceCare in the Berkshires RN Case Manager - Field Work Required in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
The hospice nurse Case Manager helps coordinate and administer hospice care for patients, families and caregivers through the utilization of hospice resources. The hospice nurse is experienced in nursing with an emphasis on community health education and experience. The hospice nurse utilizes hospice and community resources to help coordinate and drive services through a plan of care to meet the needs of patients and families. Shifts Available: Daytime Sun-Thurs and Mon- Fri Come join this collaborative and innovative team. At Integritus Healthcare you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance, and the ability to grow in your career. Integritus Healthcare wants you! For more than 35 years, HospiceCare in The Berkshires (HCIB) has been caring for generations of our neighbors throughout Berkshire County, providing support and care for those living with a life-limiting illness. Our compassionate team guides families through this emotionally challenging time with information, resources, and expert medical care for the best possible quality of life. Competitive pay based on experience: RN \$38.00 - \$47.97 per hour Essential Job Functions: - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. - Demonstrates understanding of the hospice philosophy/principles and an ability to clearly articulate these with others. - Supports ongoing management of the plan of care from referral through discharge for hospice patients and families per regulations and agency standards. - Completes initial nursing assessment of patient/family to determine hospice needs. - Provides complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). - Initiates and implements plan of care in collaboration with patient/family with goals and interventions that promote optimal patient outcomes while maintaining patient dignity, autonomy and comfort. - Coordinates ongoing provision of medications, durable medical equipment, nursing supplies, and contracted services with effective cost-management strategies. Anticipates/makes provisions for after hours needs. - Administers medications/treatments as prescribed by the physician. Observes/documents response to interventions, promptly communicates untoward reactions, and modifies plan of care as indicated. For more information or to apply for the RN Case Manager and other positions at HospiceCare, please click here!{target="blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"}