Hospice RN Case Manager
Company: Greater Manchester Homecare
Location: New Britain
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: MMH-8 Keynote Drive (10628) Work where every
moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare
colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we
do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part
of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater
Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes
Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital,
Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a
102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and
visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a
region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. General Summary of Duties:
The provision of intermittent nursing service to patients in their
homes under a plan of care established in collaboration with the
patient's physician and according to agency policy and procedures
uses hospice concepts and promotes quality of life for the
terminally ill. Supervision Received: Reports directly to the
Hospice/Palliative Clinical Supervisor. Supervision Exercised: Home
Care Aides. Typical Physical Demands: Requires full range of body
motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger
dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing, walking,
and the ability to ascend and descend stairs. Occasionally, lifts
and carries items weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires corrected
vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under
stressful conditions. Requires some exposure to communicable
diseases and/or bodily fluids. Typical Work Conditions: Work is
performed in patients' homes and in an office environment. Some
exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and medicinal
preparations. Qualifications Essential Duties: (This list may not
include all of the duties assigned.) 1. Admits/readmits patients
and provides intermittent nursing service to patients and their
families in compliance with agency policies/procedures and state
and federal regulations, incorporating the following: a) A complete
physical and psychosocial assessment. b) Develops and implements an
appropriate care plan and therapeutic goals with the
patient/family. c) Evaluation of patient safety on a 24-hour basis.
d) Exercises appropriate clinical judgment in coordination of
patient care by all services involved. e) Ongoing evaluation of
significant changes in the condition of the patient and of progress
toward the therapeutic goals. f) Use of Agency and community
consultants/resources. g) Instruction of patient/family in
procedures or responsibilities they are assuming and optimum
wellness practices. h) Planning for the patient's discharge from
service. i) Appropriate implementation and utilization of OASIS
system. j) Consults with patient/family regarding the process of
dealing with issues of ethical concern. 2. Documents all services
provided in the clinical record in accordance with state and
federal regulations and Agency policy: a) All records are complete,
accurate, and done in timely fashion: · admissions within 24 hours
from first visit. · subsequent visits within 48 hours. b) Obtains
physician verbal/written orders and complies with all reporting
requirements. c) Participates in coordination of care with
physicians and with other disciplines as appropriate. 3. Manages
work assignment in effective and efficient manner: a) Reports any
cases to the Hospice/Palliative Clinical Supervisor where goals can
not be met or at-risk situations exist and responds appropriately.
b) Remains flexible in daily planning, allowing time for
emergencies or unexpected visits. c) Maintains productivity as
established by the Agency. d) Utilizes payor sources correctly,
reflecting changing levels of care. e) Delegates patient care
responsibilities to Home Care Nurse (LPN) as appropriate. f)
Participates in the development of the hospice interdisciplinary
team care plan. 4. Establishes the plan of care to be delegated to
the Homemaker/Home Care Aide/Companion, orients and supervises the
home care aide in accordance with state and federal regulations and
Agency policy: a) Develops an initial written plan of care for the
HMK/HCA/Companion and updates this plan as patient's condition
warrants but no less often than every 60 days. b) Obtains input
from HMK/HCA/Companion regarding patient progress. c) Prepares
written performance evaluations of home care aides under his/her
supervision. d) Provides supervision of home care aides at a
minimum of every two weeks or as required by payor source. 5.
Develops and maintains sufficient professional skills and
credentials to meet the needs of patient care: a) Attends a minimum
of 12 hours of in-service per year. At least six of those hours
shall deal with aspects of hospice care. b) Participates actively
in self-appraisal and the formation of a plan of self-development.
c) Knowledgeable of agency policies and procedures. Adheres to
Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Privacy Plan as per
written agreement. d) Seeks appropriate clinical input to ensure
appropriate patient care. e) Projects professional image through
attitude and compliance with dress code. f) Capable of precepting
new nurses and students. g) Functions as a team member with
consideration to all staff. h) Provides Agency with current copy of
professional license. i) Maintains CPR certification. Ancillary
Duties 1. Performs other duties as necessary to support Agency
programs as assigned by the Supervisor of Clinical Services. a)
Agency committees as requested. b) Special clinics as needed. c)
Adult Consultation Hours as assigned. d) Special agency or
community programs during and/or after regular working hours. e)
Participation in Agency focus groups. 2. Performs other duties as
necessary to maintain current Agency personnel policies: a) Gives
adequate time and attention to administrative duties. b) Abides by
Agency weekend/holiday rotation of nurses. c) May provide back-up
for on-call service. HIPAA and Privacy: Properly direct any
complaints and/or grievances as indicated per VNHSC policy. Comply
with HIPAA regulations, specifically the Privacy and Security
Rules. Protect personal health information (PHI), electronic
personal health information (EPHI) and financial information by
limiting the use and disclosure of health information and financial
information to the minimum amount necessary with only those who
must know how to get the job done. Follow the department's specific
policies and procedures to protect health information. Help one
another to ensure confidentiality at all times. Knowledge, Skills,
and Requirements: Knowledge of Hospice/Palliative concepts and
philosophy. Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice
and the skills to practice and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of
Agency policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient
care. Knowledge of medical equipment currently used to provide
patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to
establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying
the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to
provide ongoing patient care. Skill in identifying patient-related
problems and recommending solutions. Skill in documentation in
clinical records. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective
working relationships with patients, families, physicians,
co-workers, and the community. Ability to maintain quality control
standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and
procedures. Ability to communicate clearly. Possess adequate
transportation to carry out job requirements. Must show proof of
satisfactory automobile insurance with minimum coverage of
$100,000/300,000 to be determined by Agency policy when using
automobile for transportation. Willingness to provide service in
any part of Agency geographic area, according to Agency need.
Education: Graduate of an NLN-approved school of nursing, associate
or baccalaureate degree program. Experience: One (1) year of recent
medical/surgical nursing experience, additional experience in
community health nursing preferred. Certificate/License: Possession
of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State
of Connecticut. We take great care of careers. With locations
around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities
for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an
organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new
technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to
countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving
organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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