Job Description

We are hiring for a Registered Nurse Case Manager in Hospice.

At Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Monroe, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve\xe2\x80\x94it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Hospice RN, you can expect:

• the ability to develop trusting relationships as an end-of-life care expert
• being valued and respected by patients and their families
• employee-focused wellness and support programs
• incredible team support and empathetic leadership

Take your nursing career to a new level of caring. Join us.

Assumes full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluates personal and professional performance and makes necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of hospice to assure quality patient care. Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making regarding the delivery of patient care in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality. Develops the patient\xe2\x80\x99s Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implements treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients / families who are facing death and dying. Effective communication skills, both verbally and written.

• Assumes full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient.
• Continuously evaluates personal and professional performance and makes necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered.
• Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of hospice to assure quality patient care.
• Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making regarding the delivery of patient care in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality.
• Develops the patient\xe2\x80\x99s Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implements treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Experience Requirements

• One year of clinical experience.

License Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the state of practice and one year of clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Current driver\'s license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• LA: a minimum two years full time experience working as an RN. However, two years of full time clinical experience in hospice care as a licensed practical nurse may be substituted for the required two years of experience as a registered nurse.

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Monroe is part of the LHC Group family of providers \xe2\x80\x93 the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: \xe2\x80\x9cIt\'s all about helping people.\xe2\x80\x9d

Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care