Assessment Specialist

About the role

Overview Audits UAS assessments for all VNS Health Plans product lines to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. Conducts change in condition assessments, as well as other assessments as needed. Works under general supervision. VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Uniform Assessment System (UAS) assessments completed by internal staff and external vendors to ensure documentation is complete, accurate, consistent and appropriate.
• Compares Aide Task Service Plan (ATSP) versus UAS responses to ensure validity/accuracy of determined home health aide hours.
• Reviews audit reports to identify trends and areas for improvement. Makes recommendations for change, as appropriate.
• Conducts comprehensive clinical, psycho-social, and financial risk assessments of members as needed. Maintains member confidentiality and compliance with HIPPA requirements.
• Completes required assessment form (UASNY) and other VNS Health Plans documents within the required timeframes and in accordance with VNS Health Plans established policies and procedures and State and Federal guidelines and regulations.
• Identifies appropriate home health aide hours based on Personal Care Assessment /other appropriate tool and program guidelines.
• Participates and assists in departmental studies and projects as assigned.
• Stays abreast of current and potential changes to federal, state and local statutes and regulations and applicable UAS and quality assurance standards. Makes recommendations to department leadership based on changes.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required.
• Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required as determined by operational needs.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred.
• Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum two years’ nursing experience in an institution, Home Care or Managed Long Term Care Program Required.
• Experience conducting enrollments Preferred.

Skills

• Effective oral, written and communication skills Required.
• General managerial experience and negotiation skills Preferred.
• Proficiency in personal computer operations including MS Office applications Required.
• Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs Preferred.
• Knowledge of geriatric population Preferred.

Benefits

• Referral bonus opportunities
• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• Employer-matched retirement saving funds
• Personal and financial wellness programs
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Opportunities for professional growth and