Hospice RN Case Manager
Green Bay, WI
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice

Job Type

• Contractor
• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8-hour day shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM), Monday through Friday
• Hours per week: 40
• Weekend backup rotation: approximately 1 out of every 5 weekends
• On-call schedule: 1 night per week plus alternating weekends (same as backup)
• No holiday work expected
• Time off requests approved by RTO team with manager notification
• Floating: No
• Orientation: 1 week unit orientation (NEO)

Job Description

• Provide home health services to patients in hospice specialty areas
• Manage caseloads and conduct initial patient assessments (physical, social, environmental)
• Establish and update plans of care based on physician orders and patient needs
• Deliver direct patient care, adjust nursing care plans, and evaluate outcomes
• Communicate regularly with physicians and healthcare team members regarding patient status and care plans
• Facilitate discharge planning and ensure continuity of care post-discharge
• Complete documentation including visit assessments, OASIS, 485 forms, and verbal orders promptly and accurately
• Participate in chart audits and quality improvement activities
• Maintain accurate clinical and patient records in compliance with agency, state, and federal guidelines
• Provide age-appropriate care based on knowledge of growth and development principles

Patient Population and Common Diagnoses

• Patient types include those requiring wound care, COPD, CHF, diabetes management, total joint care, complex assessments, medication management, IV medications, and PICC line care
• Average census: 165 patients, 6 units per day

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
• Minimum 2 years of hospice nursing experience, including hospice experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Home health nursing experience

Skills and Experience

• Home health experience preferred
• Experience with Epic electronic medical records system preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work respectfully with diverse clients
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Proficient clinical skills with sound judgment and ability to work under direction
• Competent in using necessary equipment such as fax, computer, copier, and telephone
• Ability to assess and interpret patient data to meet individual care needs
• Cultural sensitivity and appreciation for diversity among patients and families

Support Team

• Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Medical Social Worker (MSW)
• Registered Nurse (RN)

Technology and Equipment

• EMR: Epic Remote Client, Rover
• IV Pump: Curlin
• Communication devices: Laptop and mobile phone with hotspot
• Unit-specific: Home care bag and medical supplies

Additional Notes

• Scrub color: No specific requirement
• Personal vehicle required for travel to patient homes