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Nursing Jobs in Belmont, MA

Nurse Case Manager

Countryside Health Care of Milford Milford, MA

Countryside Health Care of Milford is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to join our team! Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language Computer literacy is desirable Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must posses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to short-term and long-term care. Must posses the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing quality care. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility Purpose: In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, the case manager is accountable for coordinating and facilitating the management of care for an assigned group of patients to ensure provision of a well-coordinated individualized care experience through the delivery of outcome orientated patient care within a fiscally responsible framework. Duties and Responsibilities: Welcome residents and orient them to the environment. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission and escort patient to their room if necessary. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents. Confer with the Medical Director and the attending physician concerning a patient’s history. Initiate requests for consultations or referral and respond to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff. Perform administrative duties regarding completion of forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc. Coordinate the admission and/or discharge of residents as necessary. Assist the resident and interdisciplinary team in planning the resident’s discharge plan. Determines appropriateness of inpatient admission. Participate as requested by the Staff Development Coordinator or Director of Nursing Services in the planning and conducting of in-service training classes. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status. Monitor the activities of and care provided to all residents to ensure that they are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity, and respect. Participate in the interviewing and selection of residents for admission to the facility, including the screening process. Provides tours of the facility. Assessment in accordance with facility policies and procedures as well as regulatory reimbursement and accrediting agency standards and criteria. Plans care with team members to ensure maximum effectiveness in patient outcomes and satisfaction by ensuring contribution of all care providers toward achievement of quality patient outcomes. Establish regular plan of communication with other members of the health care team as evidenced by ongoing knowledge of the status of the patients and performs rounds. Initiates discussion relevant to potential alternatives to planned interventions based on clinical knowledge of the situation. Performs concurrent/retrospective review to determine appropriateness of setting and services according to level of care criteria, in order to manage length of stay and facilitate discharge planning. Functions as a liaison between payers and clinical staff to ensure that guidelines for continued coverage are met. Maintains and enhances his/her own professional expertise and knowledge of current regulatory stands, reimbursement mechanisms, clinical advances, and community resources. Provides confidentiality to all work-related information. Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent personnel information in accordance with the privacy act, as well as our established personnel policies governing the release of information. Demonstrates the ability to identify patient/resident needs. Displays ability to respond constructively to peer and supervisory suggestions and direction. Correspond with insurers regarding admission and continued stay criteria to ensure reimbursement. Provide the Administrator with information relative to the nursing needs of the resident and the nursing services department’s ability to meet those needs. Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions. Their expected time arrival, room assignment, etc. Review nurses’ notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nurse care being provided, that they reflect the resident’s response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident’s wishes. Schedule rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met in accordance with the resident’s request. Review nurses notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS. Develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care. Participate in developing, implementing, and periodically updating the residents written discharge plan. Represent the facility at and participate in top level meetings. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the administrator concerning the operation of the facility. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Assist in setting the tone and atmosphere of the facility. Serve as liaison to the Administrator, medical staff, and other professional and supervisory staff. Participate in the facility’s on-call rotation schedule. Perform other duties as assigned.

Memory Care CNA/ CHHA - Full Time

Brightview Senior Living Canton, MA

About Us Overview Does being kind and compassionate come naturally to you? Do you thrive on the ability to help others and make a difference in the lives of others? If this sounds like you, then Brightview Senior Living is for you! Responsibilities Use your compassion to provide warm, engaging personal care services, support and companionship. Engage and assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs). Look for changes in residents' day and personal care needs and work with the Nurse to update their personal Resident Care Plan. Encourage resident participation in community programs and activities. Salary Range USD $21.25 - USD $24.50 /Hr. Compensation Disclosure The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. Offers will consider factors like experience, qualifications, location, community size (if relevant), certifications/training, etc. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges. Qualifications You have a positive attitude and love working with people! You have a high school diploma or equivalent. A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview? Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1. Dedicated to Excellence: We lead the industry with a passion for delivering top-notch services and groundbreaking care. 2. Embracing Community: Join a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes your professional growth, development and advancement. 3. Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors, contributing to their joy and well-being every day. 4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being. 5. A Place to Flourish: Embrace diversity, foster innovation, and access the tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Join our vibrant team at Brightview Senior Living and be valued as an integral part of our community. Equal Opportunity Employer At Brightview, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, perspective, and backgrounds makes us stronger. We welcome and celebrate all that makes us unique and we choose not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to the specific requirements of a particular role. We are, by choice and without question, an equal opportunity employer. For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.