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Lewiston - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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Previous St. Marys Employees are not accepted. Travelers with hits on background/license will not be accpeted. Do not submit LPNs will recieve a Lower Rate of $75/hr Local travelers will recieve a $10/hr lower local rate Summary Under the guidance of the Director of Nursing the Care Coordinator will assess all admission referrals from acute care settings or other facilities. They will evaluate patients skilled/Long Term Care requirements verify eligibility benefits and ensure alignment with organizational strategic goals before admitting them. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Analyze clinical and financial data to identify suitable patients for placement according to organizational strategies. Provide prompt responses to referring facilities following analysis of placement appropriateness. Gather necessary medical financial and social information for patient care establishment. Disseminate admission information to the d Youville team as needed and consult the medical team for referrals when necessary. Collaborate with patients and their significant others to establish admission goals and care plans. Develop and regularly update individualized multidisciplinary care plans incorporating agespecific knowledge. Review and document discharge plans/instructions with patients and initiate referrals to available resources as needed. Conduct patient followup calls to ensure quality and satisfaction administering satisfaction surveys. Act as a liaison for external agencies coordinating with the interdisciplinary team for successful admissions. Ensure preparedness for patient needs including medications IV therapy and equipment upholding clinical standards and policies. Familiarize with acceptable diagnoses for admissions and reimbursement. Maintain patient safety through infection control measures and appropriate equipment use. Manage crisis periods calmly coordinating discharge needs across all disciplines. Verify managed care company rates and insurance coverage obtaining precertification for necessary equipment. Complete referral documentation and collect and prepare patient information for relevant departments. Position Description Document nursing care actions observations and patient responses reporting changes promptly and accurately. Make referrals to external resources and communicate admission/discharge information to departments and physicians. Attend department meetings serving as a resource and providing education in areas of expertise. Stay informed of field advancements maintaining education/training logs. Adhere to infection control practices utilizing gait belts as needed and attend safety education sessions to promote safe practices. Understand and articulate organizational safety goals. Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Other duties as consistent with this role. Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills Must be able to speak clearly read write and comprehend the English language. Customer service interpersonal and organizational skills. Knowledge of Geriatric care desired. The ability to speak read write and understand written instructions in English is required. Flexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours/day 7 days per week. May be asked to float to other units. Computer skills Mathematical skills. Medical terminology required. Ability to multitask and make decisions under pressure. Work alone and as part of a team. Education and Experience 01 year of experience working with Geriatrics patients desired. Valid State of Maine Licensed Practical Nurse. BCLS

Shift: Days

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Care Manager

General Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS)

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