Job Description :
Previous St. Mary's Employees are not accepted.
Travelers with hits on background / license will not be accpeted. Do not submit
Summary
Under the guidance of the Director of Nursing, the Care Coordinator will assess all admission
referrals from acute care settings or other facilities. They will evaluate patients' skilled / Long
Term Care requirements, verify eligibility benefits, and ensure alignment with organizational
strategic goals before admitting them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Analyze clinical and financial data to identify suitable patients for placement according to
organizational strategies.
Provide prompt responses to referring facilities following analysis of placementappropriateness.
Gather necessary medical, financial, and social information for patient careestablishment.
Disseminate admission information to the d'Youville team as needed and consult themedical team for referrals when necessary.
Collaborate with patients and their significant others to establish admission goals andcare plans.
Develop and regularly update individualized, multidisciplinary care plans, incorporatingage-specific knowledge.
Review and document discharge plans / instructions with patients, and initiate referrals toavailable resources as needed.
Conduct patient follow-up calls to ensure quality and satisfaction, administeringsatisfaction surveys.
Act as a liaison for external agencies, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team forsuccessful admissions.
Ensure preparedness for patient needs, including medications, IV therapy, and equipment,upholding clinical standards and policies.
Familiarize with acceptable diagnoses for admissions and reimbursement.Maintain patient safety through infection control measures and appropriate equipmentuse.
Manage crisis periods calmly, coordinating discharge needs across all disciplines.Verify managed care company rates and insurance coverage, obtaining pre-certificationfor necessary equipment.
Complete referral documentation and collect and prepare patient information for relevantdepartments.
Covenant Health Inc
Position Description
Document nursing care actions, observations, and patient responses, reporting changespromptly and accurately.
Make referrals to external resources and communicate admission / discharge informationto departments and physicians.
Attend department meetings, serving as a resource and providing education in areas ofexpertise.
Stay informed of field advancements, maintaining education / training logs.Adhere to infection control practices, utilizing gait belts as needed, and attend safetyeducation sessions to promote safe practices.
Understand and articulate organizational safety goals.Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.Other duties as consistent with this role.Job Requirements
Job Knowledge and Skills
Must be able to speak clearly, read, write, and comprehend the English language.Customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Knowledge of Geriatric care desired.The ability to speak, read, write, and understand written instructions in English isrequired.
Flexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours / day, 7 days per week. May be asked tofloat to other units.
Computer skillsMathematical skills.Medical terminology required.
Ability to multi-task and make decisions under pressure.Work alone and as part of a team.Education and Experience
0-1 year of experience working with Geriatrics patients desired.Valid State of Maine Licensed Practical Nurse.BCLSPosition Urgency : Normal
State License Details :
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience :
Minimum Guaranteed Hours :
No Guarantee
Sub Specialty :
LPN, Long Term Care (LTC)
