Coordinate and oversee care planning for all patients under your caseload
Review all new referrals for clinical appropriateness
Approve and co-sign clinical orders, including LVN and follow-up orders
Provide guidance on OASIS documentation and assist RNs with utilization reviews
Facilitate case conferences, interdisciplinary communication, and care planning
Ensure timely submission of assessments and completion of documentation in accordance with billing and compliance guidelines
Maintain communication with physicians, schedulers, therapists, and field staff
Support the Director of Nursing by supervising field staff as needed and assisting with scheduling
Participate in call rotation and assist in triage responsibilities
Monitor patient status, skilled need, and homebound status to ensure eligibility
Coordinate corrections with the QAPI team and ensure accurate, timely documentation
Requirements
Minimum of one (1) year of recent clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
At least one (1) year of experience in a Home Health setting is required
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in home health or another clinical care environment is strongly preferred
Thorough understanding of home health operations, including coordination of care, compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs), and management of OASIS documentation
Proficiency with Homecare Homebase (EHRs) and experience managing patient documentation and workflows in Homecare Homebase
Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary teams, oversee patient care plans, and support clinical staff performance
Experience with utilization review, quality assurance, and performance improvement in a home health context is a plus