Clinical Coordinator

HopeHealth•Providence, RI

12d

About The Position

The Hospice Clinical Coordinator provides support to the clinical field staff by coordinating patient care, provides support in scheduling of patient visits and staff work schedules , and is a resource to the clinical manager, clinicians and patients. The Hospice Clinical Coordinator works under the direction of the Clinical management team and reports to the Chief Clinical Officer.

Requirements

Strong desire to join an organization that is committed to providing the very best patient centered care.
Licensed Practical Nurse or Therapy Assistant
Licensed as a LPN or therapy assistant in Rhode Island and Massachusetts 
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Previous experience in a healthcare setting; home care, hospital or hospice experience.
Excellent assessment, clinical and communication skills

Responsibilities

Works closely with Patient Clinical Manager and Hospice Service Coordinators.
Supports patients, families, and clinicians.
Scheduling of staff visits per the patient care plan as needed.
Performs chart audits
Utilizes reports and EMR features to monitor, track and improve clinical, quality and financial performance metrics
Monitors field staff caseloads and ensure field staff scheduling visits meet regulatory timepoint requirements.
Follow up with patients/families and facilities as directed by the Patient Clinical Manager.
Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development. Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through participation in continuing education and in-service classes. Attends all mandatory in-services.
Consistently apply the organizations values in all aspects of work, complying with established Hope Health mission, policies, procedures and objectives in quality assurance, safety, environment, infection control and HIPAA compliance
Other duties as assigned