Nurse Case Manager (RN) - Navian Hawaii

More than a nursing job, this is a position with a higher purpose - where you impact people's lives on a personal, human level. As a Navian Hawaii hospice nurse, you will guide patients and their family on their journey, delivering comfort and support with a caring heart, replacing fear with hope, helping them find the beauty and joy in every moment, and providing each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.

Position Summary:

We are currently seeking a Nurse Case Manager to serve our patients by utilizing principles of palliative care and holistic philosophy to provide care that reflect skilled nursing judgement, medical necessity, measurable patient caregiver objectives and reasonable goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works with the physician and the Interdisciplinary Team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the plan of care for patients and their caregivers.
• Utilizes principles of palliative care and holistic philosophy to provide holistic care. Provides direct supervision of Hospice Aides.
• The Nurse Case Manager's plans reflect skilled nursing judgment, medical necessity, measurable patient/caregiver objectives and reasonable goals.
• Provides case management services to best benefit patients and caregivers.
• Care provided reflects compliance with federal and state regulations, along with Hospice Hawaii's policies and procedures.
• Documents all nursing and case management activities in accordance with hospice protocol and keeps attending physician informed of changes in patient condition.
• Functions as primary nurse within the framework of an Interdisciplinary Team.
• Requests support services from other Interdisciplinary Team members as appropriate.
• Demonstrates good judgment in seeking and accepting guidance; facilitates clear and honest communication with other team members.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team conferences and shares expertise with the team.
• Maintains anticipated productivity as set by the Patient Care Manager, Director of Clinical Operations, President and Medical Director, patient caseload will vary, primarily based on patient census.
• May be required to assume on-call duties after hours on holidays or weekends as assigned by the Patient Care Manager or designee.
• Gives end of day report to the RN on-call at the end of each workday.
• Travels as required for patient/family care.
• Supports Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement and Compliance initiatives in accordance with direction from the clinical leadership team.
• Engages in regular educational activities including those offered through Hospice Hawaii, to improve own professional practice.
• Other duties as assigned/required by the Patient Care Manager or Director of Clinical Operations

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment in planning and providing care. Flexible and organized in planning.
• Skilled in providing holistic nursing care to patients and their families. Ability to identify and provide for the psychosocial needs of caregivers in concert with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Good physical and emotional health.
• Current TB clearance.
• Valid driver's license and use of personal, insured, registered vehicle meeting Hawaii safety standards.
• Ability to set priorities, research, problem-solve and make independent decisions with minimal supervision by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions within the scope of the job.
• Must be able to multi-task with the ability to meet multiple deadlines and possess strong organizational, planning and follow-through skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively with all levels of individuals.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• A Current Hawaii license, in good standing, as a registered nurse. BSN preferred.
• At least one year experience as a staff nurse in an acute hospital. Hospice and/or home health nursing experience preferred.

Employment Requirements:

All offers are contingent on a candidate's successful completion of the following requirements:

• A legally compliant background check
• Drug Screen & Physical Exam
• COVID Vaccination
• TB Clearance
• Providing copies of valid Vehicle information such as auto insurance, inspection, and registration

Why Navian Hawaii?

• Consistent M-F schedule so weekends belong to you
• Team-oriented, locally run nonprofit where every voice is heard
• Competitive pay with an excellent benefits package
• Flexible organization that supports positive work/life balance