Hospice RN Case Manager / RNCM - Fort Worth

Company: Silverado Senior Living
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Silverado Hospice, a leading provider of end-of-life care, is presently seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to join our growing Hospice care team in Fort Worth, TX!

Salary starts at $74,000.

Nursing at Silverado is different. Our nurses join Silverado for the culture and the opportunity to build long-lasting relationships with patients, families and associates. As a member of our team, you can take pride in knowing the world is a better place because of your compassion and the many lives that you will enrich. Our Registered Nurse Case Managers enjoy a dynamic environment that focuses on quality end-of-life care delivery.

To apply, please visit our website at www.silverado.com/careers

Summary

• The Hospice RN is an experienced registered professional nurse who initiates and coordinates the hospice care plan, provides skilled and palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients.
• The RN works cooperatively with the attending physician, Hospice Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary Hospice team.
• The RN participates in patient care conferences and supervises the Hospice Aides assigned.
• The RN provides care, as described in this position description, to patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness.
• The RN regularly reviews and updates the plan of care.
• Performs prescribed medical treatments, including pain management and symptom control, conducts assessments and evaluations, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver.

General responsibilities include:

• Develop a detailed Plan of Care for assigned patients ensuring all services needed are identified and met while working closely with the Interdisciplinary Group, patient, family and attending physician.
• Responsible for the coordination of care for the patient and family, providing skilled and palliative care for the remainder of patient's life.
• Provide comprehensive nursing evaluations and assessments.
• Provide field supervision to LVN's and Home Health Aides assigned to your patients.
• Occasional on-call.
• Filed case management.

Ideal candidate background includes:

• Hospice experience preferred. At least one year of recent hospice experience along with a strong foundation of acute care experience.
• Registered Nurse with valid state license. BSN preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing desired.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, reliable transportation and willingness to drive to patient locations.
• Ideal candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for Hospice.

Meet our associates and learn why they love working with Silverado:

http://www.silverado.com/recruiting/meet-our-team/

At Silverado, we sincerely appreciate our Associates! Silverado is certified as a Great Place to Work and is on the Top 50 Best Workplaces for Aging Services list. Silverado offers competitive pay and great benefits for full-time associates including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with an employer match, vacation, and sick time as well as great opportunities for growth. Learn more about our Silverado Benefits: http://www.silveradobenefits.com

EOE/M/F/D/V

To maintain our world class standard, all offers of employment with Silverado are contingent upon a satisfactory background check as well as drug screening, a physical and TB testing (if required for the position). Silverado also uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.

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