LVN Case Manager

NEXT CARE HOSPICE

LVN Case Manager

Fountain Valley, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Paid time off

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Seeking a Full Time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Case Manager for our growing hospice agency You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients. Hospice experience is desired. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. You will initiate and coordinate the hospice care plan, supervise staff, and provides skilled nursing hospice and palliative care services provided to our patients. The RN will work cooperatively with the attending physician, Hospice Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary Hospice team. The Hospice Case Manager regularly reviews and updates the plan of care, performs prescribed medical treatments (including pain management and symptom control), conducts assessments and evaluations and provides education and supportive care to patient and caregivers. Must be able to utilize computers and be comfortable with EMR (Hospice MD)

    QUALIFICATIONS: Current LVN license within the State required. Hospice experience required.

    Responsibilities

    Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice

    Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians

    Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients

    Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts

    Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders

    Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)

    Provide instant medical care in emergencies

    Assist surgeons during operations

    Supervise and train LVNs and nursing assistants

    Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families

    Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.

    Skills

    Proven experience as a nurse manager

    Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

    Excellent knowledge of emergency care

    In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times

    A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Responsible and compassionate

    Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills

    Patient with excellent problem-solving skills

    BSc or other diploma from a nursing program

    Valid nursing license

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Health insurance

    Paid sick time

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    8 hour shift

    Work setting:

    Office

    Outpatient

    Experience:

    Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)

    License/Certification:

    BLS Certification (Required)

    Nursing License (Required)

    Work Location: In person

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time