Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)- Hospice

As a Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) at Mission Healthcare, your primary responsibility is to plan, organize, and direct hospice care for patients. You will assess the needs of patients and their families, develop care plans, and coordinate with various healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Additionally, you'll supervise hospice aides and play a critical role in community health education, bringing essential resources and support to your patients.

To qualify for the Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) position at Mission Healthcare, you should be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure in California, along with BLS Hands-On CPR certification. Ideally, you should have one to two years of recent acute care and home care experience, and while a Bachelor’s degree is preferred, having hospice care experience will greatly enhance your application.

Yes, the Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) role at Mission Healthcare is a traveling position. As a case manager, you will visit patients in their homes, so it’s necessary to have a valid driver's license, insurance, and an operational vehicle to facilitate these visits effectively.

At Mission Healthcare, the salary range for a Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) is between $45 to $52 an hour. This competitive compensation reflects the critical nature of the role and our commitment to providing excellent care to our patients in hospice settings.

Mission Healthcare emphasizes an inclusive workplace where diversity is highly valued. We are committed to equitable practices, encouraging applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Our culture promotes open dialogue regarding diversity, ensuring every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered in their role.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your experience with hospice patients, focusing on what you learned and how you provided compassionate care in challenging situations. Highlight any training or certifications related to hospice care that you have undertaken.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing effective communication and empathy. Provide an example of a past conflict, detailing how you approached it and the outcome. Stress the importance of teamwork in providing optimal patient care.

Outline the steps you take in assessing patients, including any specific tools or techniques you use. Discuss how you tailor care plans to meet the diverse needs of individuals and families, demonstrating your skills in holistic care provision.

Highlight qualities such as compassion, communication, critical thinking, and organization. You may also mention the importance of adaptability and understanding the unique needs of hospice patients, showcasing how these qualities contribute to successful patient outcomes.

Share a story where you successfully educated a patient or a family member on care options, detailing your approach to communication and how you ensured the information was understood. Emphasize your ability to convey complex medical information in an accessible manner.

Discuss your approach to task management, emphasizing organization and the ability to assess priority based on patient needs. Provide a specific example of how you balanced multiple responsibilities while ensuring effective patient care.

Reflect on the fulfillment you gain from making a difference in patients' lives during challenging times. Share experiences that highlight the impact you’ve had on patients and their families, showcasing your passion for the role.

Talk about the importance of staying updated with federal and state regulations governing hospice care. You can mention specific methods like ongoing education, attending workshops, or utilizing compliance checklists to ensure adherence to quality standards.

Discuss strategies you employ to maintain your emotional health, such as professional support, self-care routines, fostering a support network among colleagues, and techniques for dealing with grief and loss.

Acknowledge common challenges like navigating family dynamics or managing emotional distress but frame your answer in a positive light. Discuss your proactive strategies and support systems you utilize to address these challenges effectively.