Insurance Risk Manager Jobs in Hewitt, TX (NOW HIRING)

About Us:At
Interim Healthcare, we believe Hospice & Home Health care is more than a
serviceits a calling. Every day, our team brings comfort, dignity, and peace
of mind to patients and families facing lifes most delicate moments. With
compassion at our core, we create a workplace where kindness leads, voices are
heard, and every role carries purpose. If youre looking to make a difference
in the lives of others while being part of a team that feels like family, wed
love to welcome you. Job Summary:Primary functions are to administer hospice care for clients
of all ages in their place of residence, skilled nursing facilities, or
assisted living facilities. Coordinate care with a multi-disciplinary team,
patient/family and referring agency; and assume the responsibility for
coordination of care. Works independently without on-site supervision. Essential Functions:
Demonstrates
the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological and
physical sciences in the application of the nursing process.
Demonstrates
knowledge and competency in performing baseline nursing skills as outlines
in Agency policy and clinical policy; maintains clinical competencies
according to home care standards; complies with state practice act.
Administers
all medications and treatments according to Agency policy, accepted
standards of care and home care guidelines.
Performs
accurate assessments, develops and implements a written Plan of Care with
the patient, following physicians orders and according to Agency
guideline; performs and documents nursing interventions including patient
education according to the Plan of Care and adapts these actions as
patient needs change.
Documents
patient status in an accurate, timely and concise manner as required by
Agency policy; addresses patient needs and problems, nursing interventions
and patient response, safety interventions and education and teaching.
Establish
and maintain strong, positive relationships with referring physicians, and
family of patients care plan.
Compliance:
Ensure all interactions and communications with referring physicians
adhere to relevant healthcare laws and regulations.
Provide
support and comfort according to the hospice patients needs.
Collaborate
with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized
care plan.
Educate
patients and families on healthcare plan, symptom control, and end-of-life
care options
Makes
visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required.
Additional Responsibilities:
Performs
other duties as assigned or requested.
Conforms
to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.
Participates
actively in continuing education and in-services.
Maintains
confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices
Assumes
accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Agency
policy.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Organizational
skills
Ability
to supervise in accordance with Agencys policies and applicable laws.
Ability
to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or
members of the business community.
Time
management
Cooperative
attitude
Advanced
written and verbal interpersonal communication
Basic
math skills related to patient care.
Age-Related Competencies:Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to
identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position. Information Management:Treats all information and data within the scope of the
position with appropriate confidentiality and
security. Risk Management:Cooperates
fully in all risk management activities and investigations.Keeps
abreast of changes in health care law.Maintains
Agency/program compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as state
accreditation standards. Minimum Position Qualifications:
Education: Graduate
of an accredited school of nursing.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a clinical
setting preferred
hospice.
License
/ Certification: Current Valid State Nursing license (RN), Current CPR
certification required
Drivers
license and proof of current auto liability insurance; no listing in the
OIG Excluded Provider listing.
Environmental Conditions:Works under a variety of conditions in facilities and
offices; ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally; some
exposure to unpleasant weather. Moderate noise level: tasks may
involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens; moderate stress and emotional
demands. Physical Requirements: Sitting is required.
Requires ability to always handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous
manner. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and
agency needs. Ability to travel.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.