PER DIEM Registered Nurse/Care Manager - HomeWell Care Services of Cary North Carolina

SUMMARY: 

The Care Manager is responsible for coordinating, implementing and supervising the delivery of services to agency clients in alignment with the company’s mission and standards of care. This position is accountable for adherence to regulatory and agency requirements for service provision and ensures compliance with and maintenance of client records.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·       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.

·       Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to interact effectively with a diverse audience including clients, families, care providers and other professionals.

·       Must possess impeccable follow up and attention to detail and be able to exercise initiative, problem solve, apply 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.

·       Must present a positive and professional business image.

·       Must pass a criminal background check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       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:

o   Client’s functional limitations;

o   Nutritional needs and food allergies for meal preparation;

o   Home medical equipment and supplies relevant to the care plan;

o   Type and schedule of services to be provided, including frequency;

o   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:

o   Caregiver review the client’s care plan prior to service provision and whenever there is a change in the care plan.

o   Caregivers comply with the care plan.

o   Caregivers implement proper infection control practices.

o   Caregivers observe, recognize and immediately report changes in the client’s service needs or condition.

o   Caregivers are familiar with and implement emergency procedures for clients.

o   Caregivers possess the necessary skills required for service needs.