Home Care RN Supervisor

COMMUNITY WELLNESS PARTNERS•New Hartford, NY

6d•$42 - $44

About The Position

The Home Care RN Supervisor provides clinical oversight of home care services to ensure safe, effective, and compliant care. The role conducts client assessments, supervises Personal Care Aides (PCAs), monitors care plans, maintains clinical documentation, and collaborates with clients, families, physicians, and agency staff to promote quality care and positive client outcomes. The supervisor also directs and supervises health care services and programs of the Licensed Home Care Agency (LHCSA) Assisted Living Program.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
Demonstrated ability to assess clients, develop care plans, and supervise Personal Care Aides.
Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community visits.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification preferred.
Minimum of one year of home care, community health, or geriatric nursing experience preferred.
Knowledge of New York State Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) regulations and standards preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial and ongoing client assessments to determine eligibility for home care services and ensure safe, appropriate care can be provided.
Perform UAS-NY assessments and reassessments as required by state regulations and agency policy, including monthly assessments for eligible Assisted Living Program residents; ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and supports the plan of care.
Admit only clients for whom safe and adequate care can be rendered.
Perform supervisory visits for each client at least every 90 days, or more frequently as required, to evaluate aide performance and ensure the plan of care is followed.
Develop, review, and update individualized plans of care based on client needs and physician orders.
Evaluate Home Health Aide performance during supervisory visits and provide guidance, education, and corrective instruction as needed.
Ensure staff assignments are appropriate to client needs and aide training, competency, and experience; collaborate with scheduling staff to promote continuity of care.
Maintain accurate and complete client clinical records in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements.
Review Home Health Aide documentation and activity sheets for accuracy and compliance before billing.
Maintain referrals, physician orders, authorizations, and other required documentation for contracted and private-pay clients.
Inform each client of Patient Rights and Responsibilities upon admission.
Communicate and collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers regarding client status, changes in condition, and care needs.
Maintain regular communication with clients and families about care needs, concerns, and service coordination.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
Assist with orientation, training, and ongoing education of Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides as directed.
Investigate and document client concerns or complaints related to nursing or aide services and assist with resolution.
Provide medication setup or medication management services for private-pay clients as ordered by the provider and permitted by agency policy.
Perform other clinical duties as assigned by the VP of Senior Housing Services.