RN Case Manager, Homecare
Company: ECHN
Location: Waterbury
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
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General Summary of Duties: The provision of intermittent nursing
service to patients in their homes under written orders from
qualified physicians according to established agency policies and
procedures.
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Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Team Leader.
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.
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Typical Work Conditions: Work is performed in patients' homes and
in an office environment. Some exposure to communicable diseases,
toxic substances, and medicinal preparations.
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Essential Duties: (This list may not include all of the duties
assigned.)
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1. C4, F4 Provides intermittent nursing service to patients and
their families in compliance with state and federal regulations,
incorporating the following:
A complete physical and psychosocial assessment.
Establishment and implementation of an appropriate care plan and
therapeutic goals with the patient/family.
Referral to appropriate therapies as needed.
Use of Agency and community consultants/resources.
Instruction of patient/family in procedures or responsibilities
they are assuming and optimum wellness practices.
Planning for the patient's discharge from service.
May admit/readmit patients to service, as requested by the
Supervisor of Clinical Services.
- - C4, F4 - Demonstrates an understanding of OASIS:
- - OASIS documentation is consistent with the Plan of Care.
- - 90% of OASIS data is answered accurately and in accordance with
OASIS walk.
- OASIS assessment and Plan of Care are consistently reflected and
supported in documentation 95% of the time.
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3. C4, F3 Manages work assignment in effective and efficient
manner:
- Documentation is complete, accurate and exported within 36
hours.
- Reports any cases to the RN Case Manager or Supervisor of
Clinical Services
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met or at-risk situations exist and responds appropriately.
Remains flexible in accepting cases on a p.r.n. basis or unexpected
visits.
Utilizes payer sources correctly, reflecting changing levels of
care.
Identifies and utilizes community resources for optimal patient
care from case
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4. C4, F2 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 (applies to RN only):
Develops an initial written plan of care for the HM/HCA/Companion
and updates this plan on a regular basis.
Obtains input from HCA Companion regarding patient progress.
Provides supervision of Home Care Aides as required by payor
source.
Assists with preparation of performance evaluations of home care
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5. C3, Fl - - - -Develops and maintains sufficient professional
skills and credentials to meet the needs
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Attends a minimum of 12 hours of in-service per year, to include
mandated annual in-services.
Participates actively in self-appraisal and the formation of a plan
of self-development.
Knowledgeable of Agency policies and procedures.
Seeks appropriate supervision.
Projects professional image through attitude and compliance with
dress code.
Functions as a team member with consideration to all staff.
Provides Agency with current copy of professional license.
Maintains CPR certification.
Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Privacy Plan
as per
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Ancillary Duties
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1. C3, F1, Performs other duties as necessary to support Agency
programs as assigned by the Supervisor of Clinical Services:
Flu/special clinics as needed.
Adult Consultation Hours as assigned.
Special Agency or community programs during and/or after regular
working hours.
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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. -
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Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements: 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.
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Education: Graduate of an NLN-approved school of nursing, associate
or baccalaureate degree program under RN supervision.
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Experience: One (1) year of recent medical/surgical nursing
experience, additional experience in community health nursing
preferred.
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Certificate/License: Possession of a current license to practice as
a registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. - Possession of an
individual malpractice insurance policy.
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Alternative to Minimum Qualifications: None.
Keywords: ECHN, Waterbury , RN Case Manager, Homecare, Executive , Waterbury, Connecticut
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