Seva Hospice is a locally owned and operated company of experienced hospice providers with a desire to serve the communities we live and work in. Due to growth, we are looking for a Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our dynamic team to provide care and support to terminally ill patients. This will be a full time or part time position primarily serving Patterson, Los Banos and surrounding communities in south Stanislaus County. Your presence and services should bring comfort to the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind. For this role, you need to be a registered nurse who sees the value of hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We expect you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill, providing expert symptom management and providing emotional support. The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and the Interdisciplinary Team to plan care
• Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
• Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
• Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
• Help in administering medication
• Alleviate symptoms to the patient's desired level of comfort
• Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
• Assist patients and their families with paperwork
• Maintain accurate records
• Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
• Participate in after hours on-call, holiday and weekend rotations

Skills

• Minimum one year nursing experience required, hospice or home health preferred
• Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
• Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
• Proficient in reading/writing English, bilingual a plus (Spanish preferred)
• Sound judgement and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
• Cool-tempered and patient
• Emotional/mental stability and stamina

Additional Requirements

• CA Registered Nurse license required
• 1 year nursing experience required
• Hospice experience preferred
• Current CPR certification required
• Must have reliable transportation and auto insurance