Clinical Manager - Tacoma, United States - Careage Inc

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• Home HealthClinical Manager / OASIS RN
• Home HealthTacoma, Bellevue, Renton, WA NursingFull timeDescriptionCareage Home Health is hiring a Clinical Manager / OASIS RN.

This position will work out of our Bellevue Office.
Position OverviewTo assist in the coordination of daily operations in the Quality Assurance Department. To educate and train staff on OASIS and monitor trends for improvement.

The Quality Assurance Nurse will perform the duties of the department in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards/regulations and as may be directed by the Clinical Manager and Executive Director.

Summary of ResponsibilitiesServe as chairperson of the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in the absence of the Quality Assurance Director.

Attend the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee to report on all data collection results from monthly audits and the selected plans of correction.

Plans of correction will be written by the Department involved or in conjunction with Quality Assurance and reported to the Committee.

Assist in the planning, organization, and direction of Quality Assurance programs and related activities.

Assist Department Heads and staff in the evaluation of programs and effect changes as necessary to improve programs and assure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Assist in the coordination of studies performed within the Quality Assurance program and prepare reports as required.
Establish and maintain tracking systems for identified problems/indicators.
Develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies as needed.

Perform administrative requirements such as completing forms, writing reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Quality Assurance, Administrator or appropriate agency as directed.

Participate in meetings as directed.
Schedule committee meetings and notify members of such meetings.
Assist Departments in developing indicators and follow-up procedures for identified problems.

Assist in developing a reference library of written quality assessment and assurance material, laws, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality resident care.

Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the Quality Assessment and Assurance program.

Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the Quality Assurance Department in the absence of the Quality Assurance Director.

Participate in the Nursing Administration On Call schedule as directed by the Director of Nursing.
Assist in developing annual auditing schedules for all Departments as well as audit development when identified.
Assist in the maintenance of tracking logs, incident and accidents, medication errors etc. and monitor for trends requiring corrective actions.
Assist in the investigation of incidents, injuries, sentinel events, abuse and misappropriation of resident property. Summarize findings and file reports to appropriate staff and agencies.

Assist in the development and delivery of educational programs revolving around all components of QualityAssurance, including orientation for new employees and programs to address the Quality Assurance process and Regulatory guidelines.

Participate and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned.

Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field, as well as quality-related topics.

Assist in reeducation of staff when developing corrective action plans from completed audits or chart reviews.
Insure documentation of remediation and report to Department Head.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
Knowledge of resident rights and responsibilities, including the right of refusal.

Ensure resident rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage a complaint, are well established and maintained at all times.

Requirements Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a RN in this state.
Must have sufficient previous experience in clinical health care including direct experience in quality assurance.

Experience in OASIS and work with educating staff and seek out opportunities to focus on quality indicators for QA.To transmit Oasis in timely manner.

To review and promote quality care plans with support and education to our staff.
Incorporate electronic record in the development and practices with clinical outcomes.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of quality assessment and assurance procedures.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practicesEmployee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & AD&D Insurance, voluntary STD, LTD, 401k with employer match, 16 days Paid Time Off and holidays, WA & CA Paid Sick Leave and discretionary bonuses.

For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit work with us?Our employees are more than just coworkers they are family just like our patients Working at Careage Home Health, you will be provided ample opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

You will also be working alongside individuals who share the same passion and commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, service, and life enrichment to our patients.

Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly.

Join usAbout Careage Home HealthCareage Home Health provides at home care for patients that reside within King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties in Washington State.

Our team of caregivers, nurses and therapists work with the guidance and collaboration of the patient's medical team to provide the services needed for their recovery.

For more information, visit .About CareageCareage is a leading provider of senior-focused construction, management, and health care services throughout the United States.

They are committed to providing exceptional services to a wide variety of clients, including hospitals, medical clinics, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation facilities, Assisted Living communities, Memory Care centers, and retirement communities.

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