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Maxim Healthcare Services RN - Homecare - Clinical Supervisor in Worcester, Massachusetts
Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Nurse Clinical Supervisor who is responsible for coordinating the continuum of care activities for assigned patients and ensuring optimum utilization of resources, service delivery and compliance with medical regime.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Responsibilities:
Performs and coordinates the initial assessments and ongoing reassessments of the patient's status
Documents patient case information within a database system
Performs chart review/audits monthly or as needed
Participates in monthly case conferences by providing information pertinent to patient’s needs/goals
Partners with the Program Director in development and review of the patient’s individualized coordination of care plan
Ensures that the patients’ medical needs are addressed; consults with the patients’ physicians as needed, coordinating plans of treatment, and advocating for the patient when necessary
Promotes understanding of the medical factors affecting the targeted population
Identifies and assists patient(s) in accessing entitlements, resources, information, and referrals f or psychosocial needs
Participates in Quality Assurance and Utilization Review activities, as directed
Empowers patients in decision-making for care planning
Maintains accurate and timely patient information, which is readily accessible for review and meets a ll requirements; assists in data collection for reporting/funding sources
Fosters intra-facility and inter-facility working relationships to help accomplish goals ; acts as a liaison between primary care providers, specialist, and/or patient
Advocates on behalf of patient regarding accessibility of services
Follows State/Country mandated guidelines for the nurse case management programs
Participates in outreach activities to the entire target population, as directed
Recommends program/service changes to meet gaps in service in the community
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Qualifications:
Current RN license
At least one year of experience preferred
Current BLS card per contract requirements
Current TB or Chest x-ray (if applicable)
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong c ommunication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
About Maxim Healthcare Services
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.