What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at North Mississippi Medical Center System?
Tupelo
ADMINISTRATION
Full Time - Day
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like. #WhatConnectsYou
**JOB SUMMARY** The Program Coordinator at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for supervising clinical staff to ensure the delivery of quality care, assessing service utilization, monitoring patient outcomes, and promoting timely care provision. This role involves reviewing patient records, collaborating with healthcare providers, and serving as a liaison with physicians and community resources. **JOB** **FUNCTIONS** Clinical Practice: * Supervise clinical staff to ensure delivery of quality care based on evidence-based best practice guidelines and individualized care plans; staff competency; performance of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and in a professional and caring manner. * Assess utilization of services, monitor patient outcomes, including observation of care and intervene as necessary to assure appropriate utilization of services and optimal outcomes. * Intervene as indicated to promote timely provision of care and utilization of appropriate resources and assure optimal outcomes. * Monitor data collection and ensure operational statistical benchmark goals are met/exceeded regarding: CMW and LUPA rate, utilization metrics for all disciplines, and productivity. * Conference with multi-disciplinary healthcare teams for plan of care development and management and assures documentation. * Assist with care protocol development, implementation and follow-up process for specific patient populations based on evidence-based best practice guidelines. * Assess social and emotional factors relating to and affecting health status of patients and make appropriate referrals to multi-disciplinary teams. * Make patient visits as appropriate. Evaluation and Review: * Monitor trends, review patient outcomes to evaluate clinical and financial effectiveness. * Review patient records for accuracy and for complete, appropriate and timely documentation. * Monitor clinical practice and case management programs through field observation of staff. * Ensure staff meets measures of success and meet/exceed benchmark goals, based on process metrics and high reliability. * Serve as liaison with all healthcare providers, including physicians and community resources. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education** **Education Level** **Education Details** **Required/Preferred** Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications Details** **Time Frame** **Required/** **Preferred** RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure licensed by Mississippi Board of Nursing Upon Hire Required **Work Experience** **Number of Years** **Work Experience Details** **Required/** **Preferred** 4-6 years Minimum of two years RN experience, with a 2 year concentration in Home Health/ Hospice Required And Previous supervisory experience Preferred **Knowledge Skills and Abilities** **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** **Required/Preferred** **Proficiency** Possess in-depth knowledge of nursing practice, theory and principles. Selection Required N/A Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in Home Health/ Hospice (includes neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics). Selection Required N/A Possess thorough knowledge/understanding of Home Health regulatory and licensure guidelines. Selection Required N/A Demonstrate leadership abilities and skills. Selection Required N/A Possess very good communication and organization skills. Selection Required N/A Possess moderate to advanced computer skills desired with the ability to work in a mobile capacity. Selection Required N/A Serve as a leader in development of care plans designed to provide quality care, meet patients’ needs, reaches the goal of optimal outcomes in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Selection Required N/A Develop action plans for gaps in performance according to key indicators. Selection Required N/A Collaborate with physicians and all members of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams, various ancillary departments and community resources to plan and provide appropriate patient care across the continuum. Selection Required N/A Serve as a liaison with physicians and all other healthcare providers in the area. Selection Required N/A Provide educational programs for staff and healthcare providers. Selection Required N/A Verify necessary on-going visit authorizations obtained. Selection Required N/A Hold staff accountable for care based on contractual and reimbursement regulations/requirements. Selection Required N/A Interact daily with patients, families / caregivers, and all members of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams, as well as DME providers, infusion companies, other home health agencies and community agencies. Selection Required N/A Exhibit competence to communicate with adult and geriatric patients and caregivers and to assess the discharge planning needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Selection Required N/A Encourage and promote patient and family involvement in care planning through observation and team conferences. Selection Required N/A Maintain patient and staff confidentiality in compliance with State and Federal guidelines. Selection Required N/A **SCOPE** **Freedom To Act:** **Problem Solving:** **Impact:** **Financial Responsibility:** * Sales Revenue Target Responsibility: * Approval Responsibility: * P & L Responsibility: * Assets Controlled: * Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items): * Total Financial Responsibility: **Budget Responsibility** * Primary Budget Responsibility: * Shared Budget Responsibility: * .
Registered Nurse
Associates
ADMINISTRATION
Full Time - Day
Posting Description
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like. #WhatConnectsYou
Job Description
**JOB SUMMARY** The Program Coordinator at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for supervising clinical staff to ensure the delivery of quality care, assessing service utilization, monitoring patient outcomes, and promoting timely care provision. This role involves reviewing patient records, collaborating with healthcare providers, and serving as a liaison with physicians and community resources. **JOB** **FUNCTIONS** Clinical Practice: * Supervise clinical staff to ensure delivery of quality care based on evidence-based best practice guidelines and individualized care plans; staff competency; performance of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and in a professional and caring manner. * Assess utilization of services, monitor patient outcomes, including observation of care and intervene as necessary to assure appropriate utilization of services and optimal outcomes. * Intervene as indicated to promote timely provision of care and utilization of appropriate resources and assure optimal outcomes. * Monitor data collection and ensure operational statistical benchmark goals are met/exceeded regarding: CMW and LUPA rate, utilization metrics for all disciplines, and productivity. * Conference with multi-disciplinary healthcare teams for plan of care development and management and assures documentation. * Assist with care protocol development, implementation and follow-up process for specific patient populations based on evidence-based best practice guidelines. * Assess social and emotional factors relating to and affecting health status of patients and make appropriate referrals to multi-disciplinary teams. * Make patient visits as appropriate. Evaluation and Review: * Monitor trends, review patient outcomes to evaluate clinical and financial effectiveness. * Review patient records for accuracy and for complete, appropriate and timely documentation. * Monitor clinical practice and case management programs through field observation of staff. * Ensure staff meets measures of success and meet/exceed benchmark goals, based on process metrics and high reliability. * Serve as liaison with all healthcare providers, including physicians and community resources. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education** **Education Level** **Education Details** **Required/Preferred** Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications Details** **Time Frame** **Required/** **Preferred** RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure licensed by Mississippi Board of Nursing Upon Hire Required **Work Experience** **Number of Years** **Work Experience Details** **Required/** **Preferred** 4-6 years Minimum of two years RN experience, with a 2 year concentration in Home Health/ Hospice Required And Previous supervisory experience Preferred **Knowledge Skills and Abilities** **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** **Required/Preferred** **Proficiency** Possess in-depth knowledge of nursing practice, theory and principles. Selection Required N/A Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in Home Health/ Hospice (includes neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics). Selection Required N/A Possess thorough knowledge/understanding of Home Health regulatory and licensure guidelines. Selection Required N/A Demonstrate leadership abilities and skills. Selection Required N/A Possess very good communication and organization skills. Selection Required N/A Possess moderate to advanced computer skills desired with the ability to work in a mobile capacity. Selection Required N/A Serve as a leader in development of care plans designed to provide quality care, meet patients’ needs, reaches the goal of optimal outcomes in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Selection Required N/A Develop action plans for gaps in performance according to key indicators. Selection Required N/A Collaborate with physicians and all members of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams, various ancillary departments and community resources to plan and provide appropriate patient care across the continuum. Selection Required N/A Serve as a liaison with physicians and all other healthcare providers in the area. Selection Required N/A Provide educational programs for staff and healthcare providers. Selection Required N/A Verify necessary on-going visit authorizations obtained. Selection Required N/A Hold staff accountable for care based on contractual and reimbursement regulations/requirements. Selection Required N/A Interact daily with patients, families / caregivers, and all members of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams, as well as DME providers, infusion companies, other home health agencies and community agencies. Selection Required N/A Exhibit competence to communicate with adult and geriatric patients and caregivers and to assess the discharge planning needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Selection Required N/A Encourage and promote patient and family involvement in care planning through observation and team conferences. Selection Required N/A Maintain patient and staff confidentiality in compliance with State and Federal guidelines. Selection Required N/A **SCOPE** **Freedom To Act:** **Problem Solving:** **Impact:** **Financial Responsibility:** * Sales Revenue Target Responsibility: * Approval Responsibility: * P & L Responsibility: * Assets Controlled: * Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items): * Total Financial Responsibility: **Budget Responsibility** * Primary Budget Responsibility: * Shared Budget Responsibility: * .
Requirements:
Licenses
You must have the following licenses to apply:Registered Nurse
Education
You must have the following education to apply:Associates
