Home health care job description

+ DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

+ The Behavioral Health Care Manager provides specialty case management to high risk patients enrolled in the Health Collaborative of the Berkshires. S/he works directly with patients, patients' families, physicians, and other care managers to assess the needs and strengths of high-risk patients and develops customized, proactive care plans that support patients' optimal functional status and well-being. Data-driven monitoring of the effectiveness of the BH care plan as well as regular collaboration with the PCP team and other relevant stakeholders will be required. The BH Care Manager works collaboratively with other members of the health care team to ensure timeliness and coordination of services in compliance with documented care plan goals and objectives. Scope of practice includes but is not limited to: assessment, brief intervention and care management for patients with identified BH/SUD conditions and/or otherwise psychosocially complex issues. Encounters with patients may occur via phone or face-to-face at provider office or at patient's home, according to the needs of the patient. The BH Care Manager identifies high risk populations and provides BH care coordination and support. S/he works closely at the interface of many departmental and hospital based services as well as primary care and other specialty practices.

+ POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

+ Experience:

+ 2 years experience with a chronically ill population required. Background with all age populations preferred.

+ Demonstrated experience in the effective assessment and engagement of individuals with BH/SUD conditions.

+ Experience working in a healthcare setting as a member of a professional clinical team required.

+ Knowledge of community resources and supports, BH/SUD treatment as well as experience in referral for treatment, support and services is required.

+ Experience in providing evidence-based brief interventions to individuals with BH/SUD conditions including: Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, CBT and Problem Solving Tx.

+ Education and Training:

+ Bachelor's Degree in social work or related clinical healthcare field required. Master's Degree in social work or related clinical healthcare field preferred.

+ License, Certification & Registration:

+ LCSW, LICSW, LMHC or LMFT preferred.

+ Other Requirements:

+ Ability to form rapid engagement and alliance building with patients and their families.

+ Ability to follow the logical management of a member's care throughout the continuum of care.

+ Possesses a basic understanding of applying clinical criteria when determining medical necessity.

+ Experience with care coordination.

+ Proven excellent leadership, and strong interpersonal, communication and team-building skills.

+ Proven collaboration & negotiation skills with providers, patients, families, insurance organizations and government agencies.

+ Proven ability to work independently and adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change with resiliency.

+ Computer literacy required with ability to manage multiple open applications.

+ Ability to maintain and monitor confidentiality of patient records.

+ Ability to work autonomously and with meeting goals for productivity.

Job DescriptionJob Description

Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Status: Full Time and PRN
Hourly rates: $20 - $21per hour

Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) who recognize, like us, that the world of healthcare is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At Interim HealthCare , well work hand in hand with you to help you grow and have a meaningful career. Theres no limit to your potential here.

Responsibilities of the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) role include:

Assist as assigned with activities of daily living such bathing, grooming, toileting and elimination, and adequate nutritional intake.
Assist as assigned with ambulation, transfers and/or range of motion exercises.
Recognize and document changes in client condition and safety and report to supervisor.
Read and record client temperature, pulse, and respiration when assigned.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Current Colorado CNA license in good standing.
Health Care CPR Certified.
At least six (6) months of recent health care experience.
Must be willing to travel to surrounding areas.

Benefits
Access to company supervisors for support 24x7x365
Competitive salary and travel compensation
Dental plan available
Disability plan available
Discounted courses thru Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University
Employee recognition and growth programs
Exceptional PTO program
Flexible assignments to fit your needs
Health Coverage for full time employees
Holiday pay for full time employees
Locally owned and operated with company longevity and stability
Opportunities in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Home Health, Acute Rehab, Hospice and other facilities
Retirement option available
Unlimited access to over 350 online topic trainings
Vision plan available
Weekly pay with Direct Deposit available

Company Overview
Interim HealthCare is America's leading provider of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. We offer one of the most comprehensive selections of career opportunities in the industry ranging from per diem to full-time.
If you're looking for a stable career opportunity, look no further. We offer the security of working for an established company. Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country. That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.

Interim HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim HealthCare location is independently owned and operated. 2019 Interim HealthCare Inc.

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***$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS***

VNA of Kansas City Home Health and Hospice is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join our award-winning team and provide home health services in the Kansas City metro and surrounding areas.

Our Registered Nurses are part of a legacy that spans over 131 years in this nonprofit organization that is the 6th oldest in the entire country. Through those many years, our nurses have been known for the highest level of skill that continues today in our medical and specialty teams. This position provides exceptional autonomy while being connected to a multi-disciplinary team with Managers who have all been Case Managers, and continue to support the team with all needs. Our nurse case managers have enjoyed being part of an organization that is dedicated to maintaining a separate "After Hours" Team, allowing case managers to work Monday through Friday.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision plans start on the 1st day of the month following the month of employment

• PTO starts to accumulate from first day of employment
• In addition to PTO, six paid holidays per calendar year
• 403(b) with company match

• Self-determined schedule

The Work of the Home Health RN IV Case Manager Includes:

• Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
• Administers a variety of IV medications and provides IV care to a variety of access devices according to best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process and as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Assesses and evaluates patient's status by:
• Writing and initiating plan of care
• Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs
• Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician's plan of care.
• Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
• Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient's efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care.
• Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
• Maintains regular intervals of comprehensive assessment according to and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Applicants must have:

• A valid Missouri and Kansas RN License to Practice.
• Current CPR

*Sign On Bonus applies to New Hires Only

EOE

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