Patient Care Manager-RN

Patient Care Manager In Hospice

We are hiring for a Patient Care Manager in Hospice at Christus Hospice Schumpert, a part of LHC Group. The RN Patient Care Manager/Clinical Manager 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 serveit truly is all about helping people. We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you! Lead, inspire and motivate others to provide exceptional care. Ensure all staff are oriented/supported to be successful in their job performance. Liaison between staff, patients, and the medical community. This is a FT positionestimated 70% in office, 30% in the field. 4+ years practicing as an RN preferred. If you are looking to make a difference in the day to day lives of those in our local communities that need us, we want to hear from you! Join us in helping people within our teams and our communities!

Responsibilities:

• Assists Executive Administrator/Executive Director/Director of Clinical Operations with all patient care activities to ensure the delivery of safe and efficient patient care which adheres to relevant standards of accepted nursing, regulatory, medical practice, and payer source criteria.
• Responsible for compliance with hospice policies and procedures as well as compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements governing the practice of the assigned team.
• Actively promotes and directs assigned team regarding quality of care and safety of patients, as well as staff.
• Engages in thorough problem resolution and complaint investigation.
• Provides in-services to staff to promote the health and safety of the patient, to familiarize staff with regulatory issues and agency policy and procedures, and to address any identified educational needs.

Education and 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.

Company Overview: LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing.