RN Home Care Coordinator

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey•Jersey City, NJ

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About The Position

We have a new opportunity for a full-time RN Home Care Coordinator! This position is Mon-Fri from 8:30am-5pm. Supports the mission and values of Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, which is: Through the power of the Holy Spirit, and in response to Gods love as revealed in the Gospel, the mission of the Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is to serve those in New Jersey who hurt, are in need, or have limited choices. Assesses participants physical and functional and psychosocial, needs, home safety, family caregiver burden, etc utilizing professional knowledge, observations and interviewing skills. Completes assessment documents including Home Safety Assessment, Home Care Assessment, and other documentation required for appropriate data collection and analysis as part of a quality assessment and performance improvement program. Develops and implements the home care components and works with other team members to develop a comprehensive Interdisciplinary plan of care based on the needs of participant initiating attainable goals that are mutually acceptable to the participant/caregiver.. Communicates effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on care planning needs and desired outcomes. Reviews and revises goals and approaches to participant/caregiver in coordination with interdisciplinary team members. Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary team on obtaining of Advance Directives; educates member/ caregiver on their right to develop Advance Directives which may include Health Care Proxy, Living Will, DNR, Durable Power of Attorney and/or Burial Plans Documents changes in the participants condition and details care provided by completing all required PACE documentation and ensuring compliance to Agency standards and policies. Assessing participants in their home (HOME means where the participant resides. This may be a residential or a facility) in Hudson County. Travels to participants homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the participant as appropriate within the regulations. Case manages assigned participants in home care assuring all identified needs are met and maintain productivity sufficient to meet program goals Maintains fiscal accountability for home care services provided.???????Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families. Adheres to Senior Healthcares Safety Policies and Procedures and Universal Precautions. Utilizes appropriate community resources and serves as a liaison between the program and other community agencies/services Documenting changes of a participants condition in the participants medical record consistent with documentation policies established in PACE guidelines. Participates in PACE meetings including but not limited to, interdisciplinary team meetings, family meetings, staff meetings, in-service and training programs, and quality improvement activities. Maintains flexibility in schedule and responds to unexpected emergencies and changes in workload in order to fulfill responsibilities. Participates in the on-call process. Complies with infection control and prevention principles and practices established in LSL policies and CDC. Maintains safe working environment. Follows Lutheran Senior Healthcares Safety Policies and Procedures. Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications. Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the organization. Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together. Promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality of all agency and participant related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights. Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost effective manner. Adheres to departmental and agency dress code as outlined in the organizations policy. Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the LSMNJ Code of Ethics and Business Integrity in the performance of duties. Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns. Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the position. Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations. Other duties as assigned by your supervisor, necessary for the efficient operation of the department/facility. This position if Full-Time offering competitive pay, benefits & time off!

Requirements

NJ RN required.
Current drivers license and proof of auto insurance
Broad knowledge base of health care problems of the frail elderly.
Knowledge of common safety hazards in the home and improvements to establish a safer environment
Skilled in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Knowledge of home care services and practices with particular reference to the elderly.
Ability to develop plans of care.
Knowledge of health instruction techniques and practices.
Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and written reports and responding to correspondence.
Excellent organization and documentation skills.
Previous case management and leadership experience in Home Health Care
Familiarity with community health resources, which are available to participants and families
Skilled in developing and maintain department quality assurance. Knowledge of current NJ Home Health policies
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, medical staff, staff members and family caregivers.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Work well with all members of the care team
Knowledge of elder abuse and reporting
Familiar with Dementia, Wandering Behavior and Intervention
Knowledge of Standard Precautions & Fire and Emergency Procedures in healthcare setting
Knowledge of Participant Rights and Workplace Safety

Responsibilities

Assesses participants physical and functional and psychosocial, needs, home safety, family caregiver burden, etc utilizing professional knowledge, observations and interviewing skills.
Completes assessment documents including Home Safety Assessment, Home Care Assessment, and other documentation required for appropriate data collection and analysis as part of a quality assessment and performance improvement program.
Develops and implements the home care components and works with other team members to develop a comprehensive Interdisciplinary plan of care based on the needs of participant initiating attainable goals that are mutually acceptable to the participant/caregiver.
Communicates effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on care planning needs and desired outcomes. Reviews and revises goals and approaches to participant/caregiver in coordination with interdisciplinary team members.
Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary team on obtaining of Advance Directives; educates member/ caregiver on their right to develop Advance Directives which may include Health Care Proxy, Living Will, DNR, Durable Power of Attorney and/or Burial Plans
Documents changes in the participants condition and details care provided by completing all required PACE documentation and ensuring compliance to Agency standards and policies.
Assessing participants in their home (HOME means where the participant resides. This may be a residential or a facility) in Hudson County.
Travels to participants homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the participant as appropriate within the regulations.
Case manages assigned participants in home care assuring all identified needs are met and maintain productivity sufficient to meet program goals
Maintains fiscal accountability for home care services provided.???????Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.
Adheres to Senior Healthcares Safety Policies and Procedures and Universal Precautions.
Utilizes appropriate community resources and serves as a liaison between the program and other community agencies/services
Documenting changes of a participants condition in the participants medical record consistent with documentation policies established in PACE guidelines.
Participates in PACE meetings including but not limited to, interdisciplinary team meetings, family meetings, staff meetings, in-service and training programs, and quality improvement activities.
Maintains flexibility in schedule and responds to unexpected emergencies and changes in workload in order to fulfill responsibilities.
Participates in the on-call process.
Complies with infection control and prevention principles and practices established in LSL policies and CDC.
Maintains safe working environment. Follows Lutheran Senior Healthcares Safety Policies and Procedures.
Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.
Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the organization. Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
Promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures.
Maintains confidentiality of all agency and participant related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights.
Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Adheres to departmental and agency dress code as outlined in the organizations policy.
Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the LSMNJ Code of Ethics and Business Integrity in the performance of duties.
Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.
Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the position.
Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor, necessary for the efficient operation of the department/facility.