Overview
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To provide professional nursing care to assigned clients in support of the
clients physician and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Home
Health Services Department (HHSD).
Qualifications
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Responsibilities
Ensures quality care for clients of all ages and groups by providing appropriate documentation, communication and other follow-up and by using time, supplies and other resources productively.Ensures quality and the safe delivery of home health care services.Conducts a client assessment as appropriate and completes visit documentation according to MMCI HHSD policyprocedure and regulatory bodies requirements.Develops, implements, evaluates and amends a clients Plan of Care (POC) in cooperation with the physician, client caregiver and other health care members involved in the care.Implements nursing interventions to meet the clients needs and changing conditions in accordance with HHSD policy procedures.Communicates to the physician changes in the clients condition according to HHSD policyprocedure.Communicates with the physician(s), clientcaregiver and other health care professionals involved in the care of the client per HHSD policyprocedure.Communicates the clientcaregivers needs to other staff members as appropriate when others are assigned to the clients care.Participates in client case reports to team members.Reports to the assigned Home Health Clinical Manager.Gives routine primary client reports to the Clinical Manager which include, but are not limited to, problems encountered with the clients care, the clients progress toward goals, client admission to primary caseload.Respects client confidentiality in all communications.Reports and completes appropriate documentation regarding client occurrences following HHSD policyprocedure.Uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective client care.Observes, performs tests, procedures and initiates measures to prevent complications or minimize the effects of disease or injury.Demonstrates skilled care on an intermittent basis in compliance with the care described in the Plan of Treatment (POT).Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the individual client.Recognizes the need for referral(s) to other disciplines or resources that might assist with client care.Sets goals with the clientcaregiver that are realistic, age-specific and accordance with the Plan of Treatment.Provides thorough coordination of care for all clients by communicating andor documenting appropriate follow-up with HHSD staff, physicians and other sources in accordance with HHSD policyprocedure.Supervises and directs client care provided by HHSD Home Care Aides (HCA) as well as makes supervisory visits in the clients home.Assesses progression of goals for all disciplines involved in care per HHSD Policy Procedures.Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedurespolicies.Ensures that clinical records are complete, legible, accurate and submitted in a timely manner.Provides necessary and appropriate documentation for the following, including, but not limited to :Client admissionassessment visit;Home Health CertificationRecertification and Plan of Treatment (POT)Client Care Plans;Daily Visit Notes;Change Orders;Discharge VisitSummaries;OASIS;Audit issues;Occurrence Reports;ON-call visit communications;Follow up communications;Provides clinical records that will comply with MMCI HHSD Policies and Procedures and State and Federal Rules and Regulations and adheres to the standards of Regulatory agencies.Submits all clinical documentation per HHSD policyprocedure.Demonstrates punctuality and flexibility in work schedule to meet the needs of the clientcaregiver and the needs of the department.Utilizes time so that client care is maximized.Organizes visit schedule so that clients are seen within the assigned time required.Recognizes and prioritizes client needs so that all members of the caseload receive maximal care.Shows flexibility in work schedule by beginning the start of the day earlier or ending later or changing work shift in order to accommodate the needs of the clientcaregiver in the community and meet the needs of the department.Attends and participates in Quarterly Departmental meetings.Attends and participates monthly team departmental meetings.Is responsible for signing up for on-call.Demonstrates ability to triage on call needs they occur.Responds willingly to requests by HHSD to assist in covering extra skilled nursing visits, call coverage, weekendholiday p.m. visits.Turns in cellular phone statementspayments by specified time.Submits payroll time slip sheets accurately and timely.Obtains and utilizes educational opportunities for professional development, personal growth and remains up-to-date with current trends.Assumes responsibility for being informed about developments in the department and the health care field.Informs and interprets health information to clientscaregivers and other members of the home health team.Identifies own learning needs by participating in educational activities within the department, organization and the community.Meets and maintains all departmental and MMCI educational requirements.Other certifications required by MMCI andor HHSD.Participates andor assists departmental work groupsteams.Is knowledgeable of payor sources requirements, OASIS Data Sets, Standards of Professional practice, HHSD policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.Obtainsmaintains HHSDMMCI technical skills, competencies or certifications requirement for the HHSD and specific client populationsAbout Us
Find it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive
and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance
and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600
team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of
healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation
Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital,
Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold
Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system
includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s
first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer
opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with
potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information : human.resources@carle.com._
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $32.39per hour - $55.71per hour.
This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the
time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate
will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the
candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts
worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits
package for team members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.orgbenefits.
Salary : $32 - $56
