RN Case Manager Hospice, Full-time

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Overview

RN Case Manager Hospice

Full Time, Days

Why work as an RN at the Dartmouth Health Home Care?

• You experience satisfying and challenging work that makes a difference, every day.
• You really get to know your patients and become an integral part of their care team.
• You are provided broad independence but are also part of a cohesive interdisciplinary team.
• You get to be an important part of the community where you live.
• You have a work/life balance that can match the flexibility you need.

Benefits include:

• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Clinical CEUs
• Online LinkedIn Learning
• Extensive health, dental, and lifestyle benefits that come with being part of the renowned Dartmouth Health system

Locations:

Responsibilities

Dartmouth Health Home Care covers more than 70 towns delivering superior nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services with proven effectiveness, integrity, and compassion. Our only goal is to help the people in our communities. When you join the Dartmouth Health Home Care, youll become part of a dedicated team delivering outstanding home health and hospice services that enrich the lives of the people we serve.

Hospice RN Case Managersat the DHHC focus on providing pain management and comfort for patients with terminal or chronic illness, as well as communicate and coordinate care needs with the interdisciplinary team, the patient and their families/caregivers.

The RN Case Manager:

Develops a care plan in collaboration with the patient's physician, the patient, and their family, or the primary caregivers upon admission. Periodically reviews the patient care plan and recertifies the patient care plan as appropriate.

• • Coordinate the patient's care plan through interdisciplinary communication and case conferences, as appropriate.
  • Provide ongoing assessment of the patient's clinical, functional, and emotional status to identify problems and/or progress toward desired goals. Communicate significant changes to the patient's physician and DHHC colleagues.
  • Document evaluations, patient response, and progress towards goals.
  • Teach the patient and caregiver care techniques and end-of-life symptom management as appropriate.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in Vermont and New Hampshire or hold a compact license.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Medical/Surgical/Oncology nursing and/or hospice care experience preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years general experience in a supervised nursing setting recommended.
• Hospice/Homecare experience preferred.
• Certified in Hospice/Palliative Care Nursing desirable.

Required Licensure/Certifications

- Unencumbered RN license in VT and NH or compact.
- Drivers license, minimum requirements on car insurance, and a clean driving record

• Area of Interest: Nursing
• Pay Range: $85,280.00/Yr. - $120,120.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Day
• Job ID: 39463

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | VNHCare Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

There are so many reasons to join Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, members of Dartmouth Health, the premiere health system in New England.

First and foremost are our people. No matter the role, you’ll find a shared purpose here. We have doctors ready to teach their knowledge, nurses who lead through experience, and other like-minded individuals collaborating for the health of the community, while inspiring each other day after day.

Career development

Affiliated with Dartmouth College, the atmosphere here is very collegial. You’ll discover educational and research opportunities around every corner. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, you never stop learning.

You’ll also appreciate the resources our wide-spread health care system provides. You’ll have access to experts at the top of their fields, advanced technologies, and modern facilities that enable you to care for patients like nowhere else.

Benefits and wellness

We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive health and wellness benefits. These benefits consist of "Core Benefits" that are provided by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics as well as "Benefit Choices" that allow you to select additional benefits to meet your personal situation and needs.

Our locations

New England is a very special place to live, work, and become part of a community. We have some of the most advanced educational institutions, best health care, and diverse cultural and recreational offerings you will find anywhere in the country. The public schools are excellent, the mountains are beautiful, and the lakes are pristine. No wonder so many people love it here.