RN Field Assessor Position

Overview: The RN Assessor performs field-based, functional assessments on Medicaid beneficiaries. This is a traveling position, as assessments are completed in client homes, provider sites, or other community-based locations.  An assessor may travel the entire state of Arkansas, including occasional training in Little Rock.  However, they are hired to cover a general geographic region.  They are compensated on an hourly basis, focusing on quality of assessments/documentation, not on quantity. The goal of these assessments is to determine eligibility for services, as well as assist the State of AR to develop a plan of care for each beneficiary. The assessor neither provides clinical services, nor are they completing a clinical assessment. 

Primary Responsibilities:

•         Works with the Aging and Adult Population (may include beneficiaries of all ages, who meet criteria for these services.

•             Performs Functional (non-clinical) Assessments on Medicaid beneficiaries, to assure they are receiving the proper care

•             Will be primarily in the field performing assessments, but will do any administrative work from home.

•             Identify potential care and/or provider gaps  

•             Assesses and triages immediate health concerns

The challenge here lies in your ability to quickly assess a variety of cases face-to-face with your clients. The pace is fast, and you’ll need strong computer and communication skills to succeed.

Requirements:

•         Current, unrestricted RN licensure (within Arkansas)

•         2+ years of clinical experience

•         Reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

•         Rehab/Home-Health Experience with the Aging/Adult Population

•         Field-Based Experience