Overview

TheNurse Screener RNcase manages and coordinates services for all hospitalized, nursing home and rehabilitation residents. This position is responsible for post discharge screening for appropriate placement within the Loretto system and coordination of services for ongoing case management, using input from hospital records, patients and family members, physicians, nursing staff, therapists, payor organizations and any other appropriately licensed source of information. Effectively utilizes nursing assessment skills to complete necessary admission documentation for all admissions and readmissions.

TheNurse Screener RNcommunicates with hospital, Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and Adult Care Facility staff as needed for effective case managing. Performs assessments and home care coordination to minimize hospital lengths of stay, and promotes a smooth transition for the resident as he/she moves from the hospital to alternative levels of care.

TheNurse Screener RNimplements and assesses appropriate resident care using best practice standards with Enriched Housing, Assisted Living Program, Assisted Living Residence and Licensed Home Care Agency regulations. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with other program staff, outside agencies, providers and hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Actively markets and represents Loretto services to discharge planners and social workers at hospitals and outreach programs.

• Completes nursing assessments based on program requirements. Assesses applicants needs by reviewing hospital records, conferring with discharge planners, physicians/physician assistants, therapists, patient and family members.

• Attends discharge planning meetings acting as a resident advocate and assists in the coordination of care upon admission/return to Loretto housing sites.

• Communicates options and educates caregivers/family members/patient on program definition and availability.

• Coordinates discharge with involved facilities, families and patient including transport, PRIs, and physician’s orders.

• Determines appropriate level of care/placement per regulations, considering needs and payor source.

• Provides alternate short/long term plans based on bed availability.

• Partners with other staff to ensure continuity of care and adequate coverage.

• Ensures that all relevant and required documentation is complete, accurate and timely.

• Keeps current in his/her area of specialization and in emerging and best practices. May provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis with other nursing staff to ensure consistency in the coordination and scheduling of patient care.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in an adult care facility or home care. • 1-2 years’ full time nursing experience, preferably long term/acute elder care. • Current NYS license and registration in good standing as a professional nurse • Must possess current and unrestricted driver's license and a reliable vehicle with insurance. • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN or BS in related field preferred. • Knowledge of relevant DOH regulations. • Proven assessment and care planning skills. • Current knowledge of best practice nursing standards and care. • Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, residents, and families from diverse backgrounds who may have physical, sensory and mental impairments. • Effective problem solving and conflict resolution skills. • Proficient in MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly. An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

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Benefits/Compensation

• Pay Range $77,022.40 - $86,507.20 / year

• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance

• Disability coverage

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans

• Discounted Gym Membership

• Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits

• Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual

• Fun events for employees

• Convenient locations with free parking

• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals

• Diaper Assistance Program

• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!

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ID2024-47152

Location : Address1301 Nottingham Road

Job Location - Site : CityJamesville

Job Location - Site : State/ProvinceNY

Location : Postal Code13078

Min WageUSD $77,022.40/Yr.

Max WageUSD $86,507.20/Yr.

CategoryRN/LPN

Employment TypeFull Time