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RN Case Manager - Full Time - Hospice - Alexandria - NEW HIRING BONUS!

Employer
Knute Nelson
Location
Alexandria, MN
Salary
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Industry
Healthcare
Role
Nurse
Job Type
Long-Term

Job Details

The mission of Knute Nelson is to enrich the lives of everyone we serve

Scope

Includes a $10,000 sign on bonus!!

This position will support clients in the Elbow Lake, Barrett, Hoffman, Fergus Falls, Glenwood, and Starbuck areas.
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8 AM - 4:30 PM
  • 64 hours/pay period
  • Includes an on-call rotation

  • To provide clinical care and case management for the hospice patient and family.
  • T o provide supervision and oversight of the Hospice Aide.
  • Frequently communicate with the patient’s physician, the IDG, and the patient/family regarding the patient plan of care, pain/symptom management, and any concerns or issues as they arise.
  • To participate in and drive the individualized plan of care, in collaboration with the patient/family and IDG, while supporting and maintaining safety and quality in accordance with current federal, state, and organization regulations and policies.


Knute Nelson Values

  • Christian Heritage
    • We believe that our Christian heritage is an integral part of the care we provide.
  • Valuing People
    • We believe that our success depends on an engaged workforce that is able to carry out meaningful work, has a clear organizational direction and the opportunity to learn in order to achieve a high standard of performance.
  • Customer-Focused Excellence
    • We will seek to understand our customer’s desires, respond to their voice and deliver a valuable experience.
  • Community Engagement
    • We believe we are an integral part of the communities we serve and will invest time and resources to benefit the communities, which will benefit those we serve.
  • Stewardship
    • We believe we must be good stewards of our financial resources to ensure adequate funds are available to fulfill our mission.


Education and Experience Required
  • Required to have the ability to read, write and speak English well enough to communicate with staff, residents and visitors. Must complete and pass a state required background study.
  • Able to communicate verbally and in writing to the extent required by the position. Able to physically perform the duties required by the position. Must have a car with required insurance coverage and a state driver’s license to travel to clients’ residences. Must have adequate computer skills.
  • Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Minnesota
  • Current BCLS certification


Key Responsibilities

· Provide Case Management for Hospice Patients

Able to perform all visit types and functions, including but not limited to admissions, routine/PRN visits, re-certifications, discharges and deaths. Performs accurate and comprehensive assessments completed at the time of the visit, with documentation completed in the home. Assist the patient and family in creating an individualized plan of care to best meet their individual goals. Perform all patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the patient/family’s age, and cultural/spiritual practices. Demonstrates knowledge of comfort medications, and hospice standing orders and their administration and indication. Utilize appropriate pain and symptom management techniques. Provide clinical education and ongoing support to the patient and family/caregiver. Supervise the hospice aide at least every 14 days. Actively participates in the bereavement plan for all families. Attends hospice community events as able. The Hospice RN Case Manager is on-call and responsible for providing emergency coverage on weekends, evenings, and holidays.

· Active Member of the IDG

Communication and collaborate on a continuous basis with all applicable members of the patients care team and the interdisciplinary team. Refer patients’ needs appropriately to ancillary services available. Initiate and participate in care conferences to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, the patient’s plan of care, pain management, bereavement counseling, new problems, goals of care, etc. Ensure IDG notes and updates are completed in a timely manner, and meeting updates are concise and include relevant clinical eligibility data.

· Customer First Attitude

Makes the customer experience a primary focus of all actions. Understands that the customer extends beyond the patient and family, including community partners and referral sources, etc. Consistently develops and sustains mutually beneficial working relationships. Is accessible and provides prompt resolution to concerns or problems. Encourages and facilities cooperation within the organization and with customer groups.

· Interpersonal Communication/Problem Solving

Adopts communication styles appropriate to the listeners and situation. Listens actively, asks questions, clarifies points and rephrases others’ statements to check mutual understanding. Modifies communication in response to feedback from listeners. Works effectively with others to resolve conflict in a constructive way that builds relationships and drives results.

· Accountability/Leadership

Practices accountability to daily work tasks, expectations and team norms. Identifies what needs to be done and proactively takes action to accomplish objectives and achieve company goals and priorities. Creates a positive culture and working environment within the organization. Inspires, motivates, encourages and guides others toward goal accomplishment. Demonstrates and fosters a sense of team spirit, pride, trust, and commitment.

Other Details

Exemption Status: Hourly

Direct Reports: n/a

Leadership Received: Regional Clinical Manager

Department: Nursing

Division: Hospice

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Knute Nelson's policy forbids employees and associates from discriminating against anyone based on race, religion, color, creed, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Knute Nelson is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career advancement.Knute Nelsonalso provides reasonable accommodations to disabled employees and applicants as required by law.

Company

Why work at Knute Nelson?

  • Positive, respectful culture. At Knute Nelson,
    a positive, respectful culture is the norm. It shows
    in the high-quality care we give our patients and
    residents. And how we treat each other.
  • Generous benefits. In addition to competitive
    compensation, we offer a cost-effective benefits
    package, flexible schedules, memberships to
    the Alexandria YMCA and the Nelson Wellness
    Centers at Grand Arbor and Nelson Gables, and
    more.
  • Your professional growth. It’s as important
    to us as it is to you. That’s why we provided
    $145,000 in scholarships to employees in 2018.
  • Make a difference every day.

Our mission is to enrich the lives of everyone we serve.

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Location
Alexandria
Minnesota
56308
United States

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