Patient Care Coordinator - Home Health

ATEX Healthcare • McAllen, TX

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About The Position

The Patient Care Coordinator assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates nursing care for home health patients. The role coordinates interdisciplinary care through case managers, home health aides, and other health care professionals, in accordance with patient needs, government regulations, and company policies, to maintain excellent patient care.

The coordinator works with management and nursing leadership to plan nursing operations, establish priorities and assignments, oversee patient care plans and service delivery, and support staff performance and development. The role also assists with performance improvement and clinical record utilization review, oversees administrative functions related to nursing services, reviews clinical documentation for regulatory and physician-order compliance, and maintains records of clinical meetings and education programs. The position may include coordinating 24-hour nursing coverage seven days a week.

Requirements

• Current registered nurse licensure to practice in the state of employment.
• At least two years of nursing experience, including a minimum of one year of home health and supervisory experience.
• Comply with acceptable professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrate good communication and management skills.
• Demonstrate autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility, and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
• Be a licensed driver and have an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organizational requirements and is in good working order.
• Be capable of performing the job functions with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with management staff and the Regional Director of Nursing or Branch Manager to plan nursing operations, establish priorities, and assign work.
• Coordinate the establishment and implementation of patients’ plans of care.
• Communicate policies, evaluate performance, provide feedback, and assist and coach staff as needed.
• Monitor patient care delivery and its coordination with support services.
• Conduct on-site evaluations of field employees within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Perform on-site field supervision as needed to identify problem areas, verify adherence to agency policies and procedures, and ensure appropriate care and services.
• Assist the Regional Director of Nursing or Branch Manager with the agency’s Performance Improvement Plan and Clinical Record Utilization review process.
• Coordinate, implement, and manage administrative functions and programs related to nursing services, potentially including 24-hour nursing coverage seven days a week.
• Review documentation for compliance with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines, service necessity, and physician orders.
• Coordinate, conduct, and maintain accurate records of patient case conferences, clinical staff meetings, and in-service education programs.
• Maintain working knowledge of and ensure compliance with governmental regulations.
• Comply with employment laws and company policies, supporting effective communication, prompt problem resolution, staff retention, and a positive work environment.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed