Registered Nurse Assessor Life

Registered Nurse Assessor Life Catholic Health System - 3.5 Lackawanna, NY Job Details Full-time $74,432 - $111,638 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Nursing Microsoft Excel RN License Computer literacy Patient assessment BLS Certification Working with geriatric patients Mid-level Driver's License Medical-surgical Basic life support Driving Task prioritization Care plan development Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor's degree in nursing Home health Productivity software Home health agency experience Communication skills Geriatrics Home visits (communication methods)

Full Job Description Facility:

LIFE PACE OLV

Shift:

Shift 1

Status:

Full Time FTE:

1.000000

Bargaining Unit:

ACE Associates Exempt from

Overtime:

Exempt:

Yes Work Schedule:

Days Hours:

8:30a-4:30p

Summary:

The Assessment nurse for the LIFE program is responsible for assessing referred community clients in their home setting using the New York State Uniform Assessment System (UAS) or the RN Initial assessment form and determining eligibility to be enrolled into a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Additionally, the nurse assessor is responsible for assessing areas of need to determine services to be provided upon enrollment, the creation of the initial plan of care, entering medications, entering documented diagnosis, Initial nursing orders and other various assessment tools utilized to assess safety in the community. This position will also work collaboratively with other members of the enrollment and leadership team at LIFE to promote a streamlined enrollment process.

Responsibilities:

Educational Requirements:

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, college or university required Licensure and current registration as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York BSN preferred BLS certification preferred Knowledge of rules and regulations governing Licensed Home Health Agencies preferred NYS UAS assessor experience preferred

Experience Requirements:

Minimum one (2) years relevant experience working with the geriatric population preferred Home Care experience preferred Acute medical surgical experience preferred Experience with patient Review instrument (PRI) preferred Knowledge of NYS Safe at home criteria preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

Must possess a valid driver's license and have a car available for work use Strong written & verbal communication skills Computer skills required, i.e., software appropriate to position, word, excel Ability to prioritize Strong assessment skills required Ability to multi task All requirements related to patient contact apply to all staff, including contract workers, from the medical director to personal care assistants