Home Health - Full-Time RN Case Manager, Mason, TX

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff DON, ADON.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervisor on the general physical and mental conditions of the patient.
• Prepares clinical and or progress notes and incorporates them into the clinical record at least weekly.
• Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel pertinent changes in the patient's condition.
• Participates in an in-service program, attending at least 2 in-services/educational meetings per year.
• Checks and approves all interim orders.
• Works the "Hold List" and initial off on each patient when complete.
• Triage phone calls and all MD calls.
• Monday-follow up with your patients from weekend after receiving reports.
• Covers coordination/follow-up.
• Fulfills coordination of admits on your team and plotting of therapy, front loading visits, wound evals, sup visits, etc.
• Reviews 485/Lock OASIS in proper time.
• Affords assistance with referrals.
• Schedules.
• Checks email frequently throughout the day and responds promptly.
• Oversees team compliance/accountability.
• Educates your team members as needed.
• Works on your Case Conference throughout the week.
• Participates in staff case conference weekly regarding patient care.
• Assigns PRN/coordinates admissions.
• Assists with insurance authorization.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of Texas
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in home health care as RN or LVN preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of disease management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation