RN Clinical Manager Home Health Full Time

$76,800 - $105,800/Yr

Centerwell, Limited Partnership - Muncie, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Muncie, IN

Real Estate

About the position

The RN Clinical Manager for Home Health is responsible for overseeing clinical operations at a specific location, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients. This role involves managing caregiver assignments, conducting patient assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The manager also participates in staff training, performance evaluations, and budget management, while acting as a liaison between team members and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops, plans, implements, analyzes, and organizes clinical operations for a specific location managed.
• Conducts/delegates the assessment and reassessment of patients, including updating care plans and interpreting patient needs.
• Manages the assignment of caregivers and oversees the delivery of care to all patients served by the location.
• Receives case referrals and reviews available patient information to determine home health or hospice needs.
• Instructs and guides clinicians to promote effective performance and delivery of quality home care services.
• Assists clinicians in establishing therapeutic goals and developing patient Plan of Care (POC).
• Monitors cases to ensure documentation compliance with regulatory agencies and third-party payers.
• Coordinates communication between team members, attending physicians, and caregivers.
• Works with the Branch Director and Finance Department to establish revenue and budget goals.
• Participates in sales and marketing initiatives.
• Supervises all clinical employees assigned to a specific location and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies.
• Handles employee corrective action and discipline issues fairly and objectively.
• Participates in the interviewing, hiring, training, and development of direct care clinicians.
• Evaluates staff performance and recommends in-service education programs as needed.
• Assesses staff education needs and conducts regular staff education as needed.
• Analyzes situations, identifies problems, and evaluates alternative courses of action using Performance Improvement principles.
• Responsible for review of Case Managers and clinical staff documentation for appropriateness of care and delivery.
• Responsible for QA/PI activities and works with Utilization Review staff for performance review and outcomes analysis.
• Provides direct patient care on an infrequent basis and only in emergencies.
• Acts as Branch Director in their absence.
• Interprets company standards and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory authorities.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and maintains ongoing clinical knowledge through training programs.
• Maintains relationships with referral/community sources and participates in professional organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Two years as a Registered Nurse with at least one year of management experience in a home care, hospice, or equivalent environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off including company and personal holidays.
• Volunteer time off.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.