RN Case Manager - North Hillsborough - Bilingual

Empath Health is currently seeking a Bilingual Registered Nurse Case Manager (Spanish/English) to join our team.

This position is Monday - Friday, daytime hours. The coverage area includes North Hillsborough County near Odessa/Westchase/Lutz areas. This individual will see hospice patients in their homes, ALFs and LTC facilities.

The RN Case Manager uses the nursing processes and nurse case management strategies to coordinate care and provide nursing services for hospice patients and their families in private homes, assisted living facilities and long term care communities

Primary tasks, duties, and responsibilities:
* * Under the direction of a licensed physician, manages discomfort and provides symptom relief using specialized nursing skills related to palliative and end-of-life care.
* Provides initial and ongoing assessment of the impact of the terminal diagnosis on the patient's physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs and activities of daily living.
* In collaboration with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG); develops implements and updates the individualized plan of care, initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative procedures and initiates referrals to other services; requests complimentary services, as needed.
* Educates patient/resident, family and caregivers regarding disease process and decline, palliative interventions care giving, dying process and safety practices.

Educational/Professional:
* Graduate of approved nursing program and current unrestricted Florida RN license.
* Valid and current CPR certification required.
* Minimum one year experience in an acute-care Hospital environment providing direct patient care; previous experience as a Hospice RN preferred.
* CHPN certification is strongly encouraged within three years of employment.
* Bilingual - fluent in English and Spanish

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!

Apply now to become part of a team that values bilingual professionals and patient-centered care!

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