- Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice and within infection control standards, in accordance with the plan of care/service plan, and in coordination with other members of the patient/client's care team from admit through discharge.
- Completes clinical nursing assessments in accordance with federal and/or state program requirements and as required by payer
- Ensures the patient/client's eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer source and agency policy.
- Develops and revises individualized plans of care and/or service plans according to federal and/or state program requirements with other community providers.
- Ensures plan of care frequency and duration meets the needs of the patient and initiates plan of care revisions as needed with physician approval.
- Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice.
- Minimum of 1 year of Home Care related experience preferred. Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Prior management experience preferred.
- Knowledge of home care regulations and regulatory requirements is preferred.
rn home health clinical manager - Buffalo, NY, United States - LHC Group
Description
Summary
We are hiring an RN Patient Care Manager to work with our Buffalo office and patients in Erie County area.
At Willcare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.
As a Patient Care Manager / RN Field Supervisor, you can expect:
* opportunities to get closer to patients and provide quality support to your patient-facing teams
* to be valued and respected by patients and their families
* a sense of security, incredible team support, and flexibility for true work-life balance
* leadership development opportunities
Our Patient Care Manager role might be a great opportunity if you believe in putting the patient at the center of everything.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse in Home and Community Based Services provides and directs provisions of nursing and personal care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician or as authorized by the state/program and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
The Registered Nurse coordinates the plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, case manager and other community resources.
Specific Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesLicense Requirements
LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
Willcare HCBS a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide.
From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare.
More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:It's all about helping people.