RN Assessment Coordinator

Company: NextStep Care
Location: Macon
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

We are a COVID-19 vaccinated workforce. New Associates must provide proof of vaccination prior to hire date. Join us at NextStep Care- a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communities Quality Assurance: * Ensures quality standards are maintained and effective performance improvement measures are implemented as related to assessments and discharges.
* Ensures organizational compliance with NSC Operational Guidelines and regulatory requirements. * Collaborates with Administrators and/or Case Managers as needed, on more complex cases offering suggestions and interventions. . Record Management * Reviews discharges to evaluate appropriateness, providing consultation, direction and/or assistance to CM and/or Administrator as needed.
* Monitors and reviews assessments and related documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, timeliness and certify level of care. Audits: * Performs focused audits for assigned NSC locations and provide written findings to the Director of Quality Assurance and Compliance and to the appropriate Administrator as directed. Associate Education: * Utilizes quality improvement audit reports in planning and providing focused education for the assigned location(s) related to assessments.
* Ensures education provided is clearly documented, including at a minimum, a brief overview of content and attendance.
* Coordinates, plans and implements training related to assessments as directed by supervisor. Disease Management: * Provides consultation to Administrators and Case Managers as needed.
* Assists in identifying the need for disease management through careful evaluation of assessments and care paths. Reporting: * Assists with data collection and completion of reports as assigned by supervisor.
* Reports schedule and business expenses in a timely and accurate manner as directed by the organization Compliance: * Reports corporate compliance concerns appropriately.
* Reports privacy and security concerns appropriately.
* Provides on-site assistance for state surveys conducted in assigned NSC location as needed_._ Meeting Coordination and Attendance: * Attends NSC in-services, trainings, and other meetings as directed by supervisor.
* Attends multidisciplinary team meetings, staff meetings, PCP conferences and Provider meetings as needed and/or directed by supervisor. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Functions as Assessment Nurse Case Manager and/or Case Manager for assigned NSC location(s) when necessary.
* Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Thorough knowledge, adherence and enforcement of current regulations, as well as NSC Operational guidelines and best practices as related to the operations of the SOURCE Program and NSC. * Thorough knowledge and adherence to NSC personnel guidelines. * Maintains constructive working relationships by communicating and interacting effectively with supervisors, organizational leadership, peers, internal and external customers, in a positive, professional and respectful manner.
* Demonstrates good clinical judgment, decision making and critical thinking skills.
* Portrays a positive image of the organization and communicates guiding principles, mission, vision and values.
* Completes work in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
* Ability to organize and prioritize assignments and responsibilities.
* Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of the position.
* Ability to work a demanding, primarily self directed work schedule.
* Exhibits adequate computer skills.
* Ability to deliver excellent customer service, externally and internally.
* Ability to respond effectively and calmly in emergency situations.
* Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.
* Demonstrates ability to provide constructive feedback. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * RN with valid Georgia Nursing License
* Experience in social work, home and community based services, healthcare or geriatrics preferred.
* Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk and sit for prolonged periods of time. The associate is also required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The associate may occasionally have to move or lift up to 25 lbs. The noise level in the work environment is consistent with a normal office environment. The associate will be required to travel extensively within the state of Georgia and may be required to visit members in their home and/or community environment, hospital or other institutional and professional settings. LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers or associates with the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. REASONING ABILITY
Ability to execute basic tasks when provided instruction furnished in a written and/or verbal format. The ability to address and resolve problems involving several concrete variables in general situations. COMPUTER OPERATIONS
This job requires proficiency with the following computer applications: MS Outlook and MS Word. Preferred - PowerPoint and Excel CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid GA Registered Nurse License EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace Job Type: Full-time

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