PER DIEM Registered Nurse​/Care Manager

Summary

Role: PER DIEM Registered Nurse/Care Manager at Home Well Senior Care, Inc.

• Complete client assessment packet for each new client; provide a copy of all signed agreements to the client or designated client representative.
• Develop and implement a written care plan for each client with input and approval by the client and/or designated client representative. Each care plan shall include:
  Client’s functional limitations;
  Nutritional needs and food allergies for meal preparation;
  Home medical equipment and supplies relevant to the care plan;
  Type and schedule of services to be provided, including frequency;
  Non‑medical tasks requested.
• Collect fees for initial services at the time of assessment or by the first day of service.
• Provide caregiver introduction for first scheduled shift; review care plan with client and caregiver and set expectations for service delivery; ensure client in‑home binder with a printed copy of the care plan is easily accessible in the client’s residence.
• Supervise client care provided by agency personnel to ensure:
  Caregiver review the client’s care plan prior to service provision and whenever there is a change in the care plan;
  Caregivers comply with the care plan;
  Caregivers implement proper infection control practices;
  Caregivers observe, recognize and immediately report changes in the client’s service needs or condition;
  Caregivers are familiar with and implement emergency procedures for clients;
  Caregivers possess the necessary skills required for service needs;
  All necessary supplies and equipment are available on‑site for safe client care;
  Provided services fall within the scope of the agency’s license;
  Regularly communicate with the client and/or designated client representative to follow‑up on service delivery and ensure client satisfaction;
  Perform scheduled and non‑scheduled in‑home client support visits;
  Conduct reassessments according to the agency’s established frequency and as needed due to a change in client condition or recent event;
  Participate in coordination of services when more than one community service is providing care to a client such as another home care agency, home health agency, hospice agency or facility;
  Serve as a resource for clients and families, facilitating client education, empowerment, and quality of life; provide recommendations and referrals as needed to third‑party services;
  Investigate issues related to client care and client or employee well‑being;
  Document supervision of client care on the appropriate form and/or in the online management system in accordance with agency policies and procedures;
  Ensure client records are current and properly maintained in accordance with agency policies and procedures;
  Provide needed training and education to staff in the client’s home, via telephone and/or in the agency office;
  Report pertinent client and employee information to agency staff for effective service delivery, matching and scheduling of caregivers, and ongoing client and employee management;
  Assist with the development and revision of client care policies and procedures;
  Participate in personnel evaluations for caregivers.

• Two years of experience in home care, home health or related field.
• A reliable means of transportation with current insurance and a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with a diverse audience including clients, families, care providers and other professionals.
• Impeccable follow up and attention to detail; initiative, problem solving and sound judgment.
• Able to supervise, assess and evaluate care providers and advocate on behalf of clients and families.
• Passionate about helping others live with dignity.
• Present a positive and professional business image.
• Pass criminal background check.

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Compensation: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour.