RN Clinical Manager – Assistive Care & Caregiver Support
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Manager for its Essex Assistive Care State Programs office in Bloomfield, New Jersey. This full-time, exempt, in-person, office-based leadership role provides clinical oversight for clients receiving state-funded personal care services and supports and develops a team of Home Health Aides and Personal Care Assistants. The Assistive Care State Programs help adults and seniors receive personal care and support at home through Medicaid waivers and other state-funded programs. The services promote clients’ safety, independence, and quality of life and may help them avoid a higher level of care or institutional support. The role combines clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, care coordination, and client advocacy, with a focus on program requirements, documentation, and quality of care. The position is based at 650 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite 200, Bloomfield, NJ 07003. Exact workdays and daily hours are to be confirmed. BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; a 401(k) with company match; employer-paid life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in New Jersey.
- At least 2 years of RN experience with a BSN, or 3 years of RN experience with an ASN.
- Strong organization, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage state program requirements, client needs, and competing priorities.
- Ability to provide clinical leadership and support to caregivers in a community-based setting.
- Comfort using computer systems for documentation, communication, and care coordination.
- Commitment to serving clients and families with compassion, accountability, and respect.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Medicaid, Medicaid waiver programs, or other state-funded services.
- Home care, Assistive Care, or community-based nursing experience.
- Prior supervisory, leadership, or caregiver-management experience.
- Knowledge of state-specific personal care program rules, authorizations, and documentation standards.
- Experience coordinating with state case managers or managed care organizations.
- Experience with caregiver training, competency validation, or quality oversight.
- Passion for serving underserved clients and helping people remain safely at home.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical oversight for clients enrolled in state-funded Medicaid waiver and personal care programs.
- Conduct client assessments and develop individualized care plans aligned with client needs and state program guidelines.
- Supervise, support, and provide clinical guidance to Home Health Aides and Personal Care Assistants.
- Ensure care delivery aligns with approved services, authorized care hours, state program requirements, and BAYADA standards.
- Coordinate with state case managers, Medicaid managed care organizations, families, caregivers, and other external stakeholders.
- Support client reauthorization processes and help ensure care hours remain aligned with approved program parameters.
- Review documentation for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance with applicable state and program requirements.
- Facilitate caregiver training, orientation, and competency documentation as required.
- Monitor quality of care and respond to incidents, complaints, changes in client condition, and service concerns.
- Conduct supervisory visits and follow up on client and caregiver needs.
- Serve as a clinical resource, client advocate, and partner to the Director and Client Services Manager.
- Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and audit-readiness activities.
- Build positive relationships with clients, families, caregivers, state partners, and community resources.
- Model The BAYADA Way and help build a positive, mission-driven, team-oriented culture.
Benefits
- Comprehensive BAYADA benefits package.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage may be available.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time may be available.
- 401(k) with company match may be available.
- Employer-paid life insurance may be available.
- Employee Assistance Program may be available.
- Tuition reimbursement may be available.
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
