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IntelyCare Tewksbury, MA

$54 - $61 / hour

You can earn as much $61 per hour as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, and the surrounding area, without having to choose between a career and a personal life because you set your own schedule. At IntelyCare, we value the importance of a real work-life balance with the freedom to choose your own shifts at any of our partner facilities. We also hire our nursing professionals as W2 employees, with eligibility for health coverage and other benefits. With a flexible schedule, you can have your career and a life, too! So, go ahead and commit to weekly stops at East Street Farm for fresh produce, buy tickets for the annual Lowell Folk Festival, or just take a few days to relax at home when you need a break from it all. Take a look at all the wonderful perks and benefits we have to offer and consider becoming a part of our team today. Benefits RN hourly rate: $54 to $61 Rates that are up to 25% higher on average Weekly and daily pay options Opportunities for overtime and boosted rates for holidays Ability to quickly search for shifts in all states where you're authorized to practice Your choice of a wide range of shifts at any of our partner facilities — including weekday/weekend shifts, day/evening/overnight shifts, and more Medical, dental, and vision insurance (includes qualifying family members) Employer tax withholding Eligibility for 401k retirement plan Opportunities to upskill with a dedicated staff of quality assurance nursing professionals Undergraduate and graduate tuition discounts (up to 34%) at Excelsior University Workers' comp coverage and malpractice insurance (employer paid) All-in-one app to easily manage your shifts and workplace perks like free continuing education courses At IntelyCare we don't just offer a great job, but also a supportive community that will help you meet your personal and professional goals. Want to know what that feels like? Here's how some of your colleagues have described their IntelyCare experience: "I have worked with other agencies in the past, so I am very familiar with agency employment. IntelyCare has been the best one so far because the app is easy to use, I have constant support from my team, and the pay is better." "Thanks to this job, I can plan things with my family and homeschool my children with no stress. It has also allowed me to afford my expenses and provide for my family." "This job has so much more to offer than decent pay. The flexibility and large choice of facilities to work for is amazing. I am a single mom, and I hated missing out on sports events, holidays, and special moments due to regular schedules. IntelyCare has made it possible for me to enjoy my life, kids, and career." "IntelyCare is amazing in every way! They are very supportive — the customer service agents are there for you 24/7. It makes it so much easier walking into your shift knowing that your job has your back like that." Job Responsibilities Providing high-quality RN care in post-acute facilities Reviewing various care options with the medical team, residents, and their family members Coordinating with clinical teams to develop individualized care plans Being accountable to follow and adhere to resident care plans Administering appropriate medications and treatments to residents Drawing fluids as needed for labs and testing Using and monitoring medical equipment and devices to ensure effectiveness Training and supervising nursing professionals and other care staff consistent with scope of practice guidelines Promoting staff compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, facility policies, and nursing standards of care Documenting all relevant data to include vital signs, nursing interventions and responses, and resident histories Assisting staff members with incident investigations and the development of care best practices Qualifications and Skills Current Massachusetts state license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) Graduation from an approved nursing program At least 6 months of experience ( RN or related role) Ability to lift at least 50 lbs Advanced organizational and communication skills Get the Flexibility You Need and the Support You Deserve As you compare Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in your area, consider joining a company that was created with professionals like you in mind. Get the work-life balance and peace of mind you deserve by joining the team ranked #1 in quality today. COVID-19 Considerations: COVID-19 vaccination requirements vary by state. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Location: Tewksbury, Massachusetts 01876

Psych

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Behavioral Health Nurse Evening/Afternoons

Innovive Health Stoughton, MA

$74,000 - $80,000 / hour

Innovive Health, a recognized leader in home healthcare, is seeking experienced clinical professionals to join our growing team. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options, and professional development opportunities across all our office locations (Colorado, Iowa, and Massachusetts). Innovive Health provides a supportive environment where clinicians can make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients by delivering care in the comfort of their home. Our dedicated teams go above and beyond to provide high-quality, compassionate care, and we believe the quality of our employees is the foundation of the care we deliver. By embracing innovation, data, and the latest technologies, Innovive drives better outcomes for patients while lowering costs across the healthcare system. We invest in our clinicians and support teams through competitive pay, reduced quotas, training programs, continued education, and a collaborative work environment, while remaining fully committed to treating every patient with dignity and respect. Join a team that shares a commitment to the highest standards of care for every patient! Ask us about our Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Our employees are our biggest asset. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package. Flexible Schedules to fit your lifestyle Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Mileage Reimbursement 401k with company match Dayforce Wallet - voluntary benefit that gives you access to earned pay Employee Assistance Program Online CEU credits Rewarding one-on-one care One-on-one mentoring and 24/7 clinical support Excellent career growth opportunities Our PM Nurses Begin Their Shifts at 12:00 PM – Balance Built In! Our Case Manager Registered Nurses (RN) are responsible for partnering with the Clinical Director and team to administer and coordinate skilled nursing care to patients requiring home care services. Services are provided in accordance with physician’s orders, under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Director, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and the policies of the organization. Key Responsibilities Include: Clinical Care • Provides direct care and case management of assigned patients, including initial assessment and development of plan of care, as well as oversight and administration of prescribed medications and treatments • Maintains and updates schedules of all disciplines in patient’s home • Consistently assesses and evaluates patient’s status and goals and revises the plan of care as necessary • Communicates adjustments to plan of care to all team members in the appropriate time frame to support consistent delivery of care • Complete authorization modifications in a timely manner, where needed • Initiates and applies appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative procedures and maintains communication regarding patient care with the physician, supervisory personnel, and other professional staff involved in patient care • Consistently monitors and manages patient medications; maintains an accurate medication profile; coordinates prescription refills with physicians and pharmacies and picks up medication refills as needed • Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate • Provides medication, diet, and other instructions as ordered by the physician • Recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers • Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient • Reports unsafe conditions, complaints and incidents on behalf of patient as appropriate • Observes and supervises Home Health Aide & LPN to evaluate performance and quality of care • Accepts responsibility of assignment to perform a specialized procedure, such as IV therapy, when qualified with appropriate training and proven competency in the delivery of the therapy • Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently • Maintains equipment per agency policy • Fulfills the obligation of assigned patient case load including tracking of patient status when transferred, following up with other healthcare facilities providing care to patients, resuming care of patients when appropriate • Adheres to HIPAA laws and maintains patient confidentiality always • Other duties assigned by the case manager/clinical management, i.e., performing field supervisions of care team members as required by agency policies • Performs other duties as assigned Documentation • Completes and submits accurate, timely clinical notes including all OASIS documents, visit authorization requests, physician orders, and all other clinical documentation regarding patient’s condition and care provided in accordance with Innovive company policies Communication and Meetings • Communicates with physicians and other agencies providing nursing or related services on a consistent basis to ensure continuity of care and implementation of a comprehensive care plan • Acts as part of the interdisciplinary care team • Participates in scheduled clinical and internal/external case management meetings • Attends vendor and referral meetings as needed and assigned, or as patient conditions require • Documents all meetings and outcomes for patient medical record • Coordinates with pharmacies, insurance companies and other service providers as needed to facilitate timely and appropriate provision of patient care Your Education, Experience & Requirements • Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing • Is currently licensed as an RN through the State Board of Nursing and meets one of the following criteria: o RN with a bachelor’s degree in nursing and one year of related working experience o RN with a diploma or associate’s degree with two years related work experience • Has passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) • Complies with accepted professional standards and principles • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order, or other reliable means of transportation • Possesses and maintains CPR certification • Has presented a pre-employment physician’s health clearance including negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by organization policy • Has satisfactory references from nursing school, previous (or current) employers and/or professional peers Preferred Experience • Prior experience caring for mental health patients • 1–2 years’ experience in a home health environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT • Frequently required to stand • Frequently required to walk • Frequently required to sit • Continually required to use hands and fingers • Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl • Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (less than 25 pounds) • Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (greater than 25 pounds) • Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion • Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Dual Diagnosis / Substance Use Disorder Unit

UHS Brookline, MA

Responsibilities Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity - Behavioral Health, Dual Diagnosis Unit This opportunity is a full-time (32 hours/week) position and offers a comprehensive benefits package. There is opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested. New graduates are welcome to apply! This is a full time evening shift (3p-11:30p) position on HRI Hospital's Dual Diagnosis Unit (DDU), a unit specifically designed for patients with substance use and co-occuring mental health diagnoses. The ideal candidate for this position has prior experience working with patient with substance use diagnoses. HRI Hospital is 66-bed psychiatric facility with adult inpatient services and several partial hospitalization programs. We are part of the largest private mental health system in Massachusetts and can therefore provide competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. At the same time, the smaller size of our facility allows us to provide personalized attention and training to all our employees. Employees are part of a multi-disciplinary team of dynamic professionals providing high quality care to a diverse inpatient and outpatient group of individuals. We are located in Brookline – right near Boston University and Coolidge Corner – and provide easy access to public transportation and free parking. Employees are our most valued asset and we encourage qualified individuals to apply. Benefits for our Registered Nurse (RN) position includes: Tuition Reimbursement - $2,500/year Free parking and convenient access to public transportation - Green Line (B) Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs) Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ locations! Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize you career HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off (31 days per year + roll over) Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Pet Insurance SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com If you would like to learn more about the Registered Nurse (RN) position before applying, please contact Deborah Akhimie-Douglas, Recruiter, by email at deborah.akhimiedouglas@uhsinc.com or by phone at (508) 409-1884 (call or text). What do our current nurses value at HRI Hospital & UHS? A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Requirements MA Registered Nurse (RN) License 1 year of hospital RN experience preferred Prior substance use or detox patient population experience preferred EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Other

2 weeks ago

Senior Care Options Nurse Case Manager - Lawrence

Fallon Health Lawrence, MA

$95,000 - $100,000 / year

Overview The Nurse Case Manager will be covering and visiting members in North Chelmsford, Lawrence, Lynnfield, Medford, Medford, West Medford, Melrose, Stoneham, and Tewksbury. About us: Fallon Health is a company that cares. We prioritize our members—always—making sure they get the care they need and deserve. Founded in 1977 in Worcester, Massachusetts, Fallon Health delivers equitable, high-quality, coordinated care and is continually rated among the nation’s top health plans for member experience, service, and clinical quality. We believe our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and unique capabilities allow us to better serve our members. We embrace and encourage differences in age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, physical and mental ability, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make people unique. Today, guided by our mission of improving health and inspiring hope, we strive to be the leading provider of government-sponsored health insurance programs—including Medicare, Medicaid, and PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)— in the region. Learn more at fallonhealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Brief summary of purpose: The Nurse Case Manager (NCM) is an integral part on an interdisciplinary team focused on care coordination, care management and improving access to and quality of care for Fallon members. NCM seeks to establish telephonic and/or face to face relationships with the member/caregiver(s) to better ensure ongoing service provision and care coordination, consistent with the member specific care plan developed by the NCM and Care Team. Responsibilities may include conducting in home face to face visits for member identified as needing face to face visit interaction and assessments with the goal to coordinate and facilitate services to meet member needs according to benefit tstructures and available community resources. The NCM may conduct assessments and may determine the number of hours’ members require for MassHealth programs such as the personal care attendant program, adult foster care, group adult foster care, and other programs per product benefits and guidelines. The NCM may utilize an ACD line to support department and incoming/outgoing calls with the goal of first call resolution with each interaction. Responsibilities Note: Job Responsibilities may vary depending upon the member’s Fallon Health Product Member Assessment, Education, and Advocacy Telephonically assesses and case manages a member panel May conduct in home face to face visits for onboarding new enrollees and reassessing members, utilizing a variety of interviewing techniques, including motivational interviewing, and employs culturally sensitive strategies to assess a Member’s clinical/functional status to identify ongoing special conditions and develops and implements an individualized,coordinated care plan, in collaboration with the member, the Clinical Integration team, and Primary Care Providers, Specialist and other community partners, to ensure a cost effective quality outcome Performs medication reconciliations Performs Care Transitions Assessments – per Program and product line processes Utilizing clinical judgment and nursing assessment skills, may complete NaviCare Program Assessment Tools and Minimum Data Set Home Care (MDS HC) Form when a member’s medical/functional status changes that warrants a change in rating category to ensure members are in the correct State defined rating category Maintains up to date knowledge of Program and product line benefits, Plan Evidence of Coverage details, and department policies and processes and follows policies and processes as outlined to be able to provide education to members and providers; performing a member advocacy and education role including but not limited to member rights Serves as an advocate for members to ensure they receive Fallon Health benefits as appropriate and if member needs are identified but not covered by Fallon Health, works with community agencies to facilitate access to programs such as community transportation, food programs, and other services available through senior centers and other external partners Follows department and regulatory standards to authorize and coordinate healthcare services ensuring timeliness in compliance with documented care plan goals and objectives Assesses the Member’s knowledge about the management of current disease processes and medication regimen, provides teaching to increase Member/caregiver knowledge, and works with the members to assist with learning how to self- manage his or her health needs, social needs or behavioral health needs Collaborates with appropriate team members to ensure health education/disease management information is provided as identified Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in identifying and addressing high risk members Educate members on preventative screenings and other health care procedures such as vaccines, screenings according to established protocols and program processes such initiatives involving Key Metrics outreach Ensures members/PRAs participate in the development and approval of their care plans in conjunction with the interdisciplinary primary care team Strictly observes HIPAA regulations and the Fallon Health Policies regarding confidentiality of member information Supports Quality and Ad-Hoc campaigns Care Coordination and Collaboration Provides culturally appropriate care coordination, i.e. works with interpreters, provides communication approved documents in the appropriate language, and demonstrates culturally appropriate behavior when working with member, family, caregivers, and/or authorized representatives With member/authorized representative(s) collaboration develops member centered care plans by identifying member care needs while completing program assessments and working with the Navigator to ensure the member approves their care plan Manages NaviCare members in conjunction with the Navigator, Behavioral Health Case Manager, Aging Service Access Point Geriatric Support Service Coordinator, contracted Primary Care Providers and others involved/authorized in the member’s care Manages ACO members in conjunction with the Navigator, Social Care Managers, ACO Partners, Community Partners, Behavioral Health Partners and others involved/authorized in the member’s care Monitors progression of member goals and care plan goals, provides feedback and works collaboratively with care team members and work effectively in a team model approach to coordinate a continuum of care consistent with the Member’s health care goals and needs Works collaboratively with Fallon Health Pharmacist, referring members in need of medication review based upon Program process Develops and fosters relationships with members, family, caregivers, PRAs, vendors and providers to ensure good collaboration and coordination by streamlining the focus of the Member’s healthcare needs utilizing the most optimal treatment approach, promoting timely provision of care, enhancing quality of life, and promoting cost-effectiveness of care Actively participates in clinical rounds Provider Partnerships and Collaboration May attend in person care plan meetings with providers and office staff and may lead care plan review with providers and care team as applicable. Demonstrates positive customer service actions and takes responsibility to ensure member and provider requests and needs are met Regulatory Requirements – Actions and Oversight Completes Program Assessments, Notes, Screenings, and Care Plans in the Centralized Enrollee Record according to product regulatory requirements and Program policies and processes Knowledge of and compliance with HEDIS and Medicare 5 Star measure processes, performing member education, outreach, and actions in conjunction with the Navigator and other members of the Clinical Integration and Partner Teams Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Manager/designee Supports department colleagues, covering and assuming changes in assignment as assigned by Manager/designee Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing mandatory and a Bachelors (or advanced) degree in nursing or a health care related field preferred. License : Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts Certification : Certification in Case Management strongly desired Other : Satisfactory Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) results and reliable transportation Experience: • 1+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse managing chronically ill members or experience in a coordinated care program required• Understanding of Hospitalization experiences and the impacts and needs after facility discharge required• Experience working face to face with members and providers preferred• Experience with telephonic interviewing skills and working with a diverse population, that may also be Non-English speaking, required• Home Health Care experience preferred• Effective case management and care coordination skills and the ability to assess a member’s activities of daily function and independent activities of daily function and the ability to develop and implement a care plan that meets the member’s need working in partnership with a care team preferred• Familiarity with NCQA case management requirements preferred Performance Requirements including but not limited to: • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with members and providers via telephone and in person• Exceptional customer service skills and willingness to assist ensuring timely resolution• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task• Appreciation and adherence to policy and process requirements• Independent learning skills and success with various learning methodologies including but not limited to: self-study, mentoring, classroom, and group education• Working with an interdisciplinary care team as a partner demonstrating respect and value for all roles and is a positive contributor within job role scope and duties• Willingness to learn insurance regulatory and accreditation requirements• Knowledgeable about software systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products – Excel, Outlook, and Word • Familiar with Excel spreadsheets to manage work and exposure and familiarity with pivot tables• Accurate and timely data entry• Effective case management and care coordination skills and the ability to assess a member’s activities of daily function and independent activities of daily function and the ability to develop and implement a care plan that meets the member’s need • Knowledge about community resources, levels of care, criteria for levels of care and the ability to appropriately develop and implement a care plan following regulatory guidelines and level of care criteria • Ability to effectively respond and adapt to changing business needs and be an innovative and creative problem solver Competencies: • Demonstrates commitment to the Fallon Health Mission, Values, and Vision• Specific competencies essential to this position: Problem Solving Asks good questions Critical thinking skills; looks beyond the obvious Adaptability Handles day to day work challenges confidently Willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifing priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change Demonstrates flexibility Written Communication Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles. Pay Range Disclosure: In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is $95,000 - $100,000 per year, which reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and fit with the role’s responsibilities. Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #P01

Weekend Clinical Manager- Home Health & Hospice- Sign on bonus eligible!

Tufts Medicine Lowell, MA

$122,301.82 - $155,933.24 / year

Job Overview The Clinical Manager – Home Health & Hospice directs, coordinates and evaluates the delivery of home health and hospice weekend services and operations. Ensures compliance and consistency with agency policy, State and federal home health regulations. Responsible for the management of cost effective, efficient care to home health and hospice patients ensuring the delivery of outcome based to meet the individual needs of patients. Acts as a role model and mentor professionally and clinically for the implementation of the organization’s Mission and Core Value statements. Location: Lowell, MA Hours: Weekends (Friday-Monday) 32 Hours Friday (4 Hours) Saturday and Sunday (12 Hour Shifts) Monday (4 Hours) Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1.Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist. 2. Massachusetts RN Licensure OR Physical Therapy (PT) Licensure. 3.Three (3) years of home health or hospice experience. 4.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s prepared level preferred-Registered Nurse BSN preferred, or Physical Therapist with two (2) years’ experience in community health/home health 2. Prior Supervisory experience. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Provides leadership, dependable clinical guidance, and support to weekend clinical and administrative staff. Provides the direct management of the Weekend clinical staff, schedulers, intake supervisor and Weekend Clinical coordinators. Provides supervision to clinical staff rotating to the weekend assignments. Assumes AOC coverage after hours Saturday and Sunday. Oversees the weekend scheduling, makes adjustments as necessary to maximize resources Provides direct clinical supervision, performance evaluations. Evaluates and ensures that competency requirements are met for all staff. Performs in home supervisory visits with assigned team members at least annually. Collaborates with HR in aspects of personnel management such as interviewing, hiring, and disciplinary action. Communicates regularly with supervisors and staff and communicates with all departments regarding pre and post weekend follow-up. Promotes efficient utilization of resources to achieve desired clinical outcomes and within episode reimbursement. Provide effective guidance to professional staff regarding: justification for appropriate home health and hospice service utilization in terms of frequency, duration, and type of service; rationale for clinical interventions based on patient condition, family, and community resources and the POC. Conducts individual caseload reviews, at the SOC and ongoing, and team meetings on a regularly scheduled basis according to the agency’s standards. Case conferences with staff as needed to meet the needs of challenging clients. Takes a proactive approach in identifying high utilization and problem prone cases; takes appropriate action. Accessible for staff consultation and problem solving. Handle clinical emergencies, complex problem solving. Ensures appropriate levels of clinical coverage based on census, multidisciplinary skill mix, geographic distribution, and patient care requirements. Participates in administrative On Call managerial coverage for weekends and holidays coverage as assigned. Arranges for managerial coverage when off. Researches and follows through with customer and employee complaints in a timely fashion. Follow through with employee complaints. Enhances professional growth through attendance at in-services, conferences, and professional organizations Evaluate staff understanding of documentation and compliance with regulations (Medicaid, Medicare, DPH, OSHA, JCAHO, State and Federal) with QA input. Reviews all payroll and ensures timely documentation within agency guidelines Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of what to report to the supervisor or Director of Quality Improvement when concerns of corporate compliance arise. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (JCAHO, DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Tufts Medicine Care at Home policies and procedures. Practices confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA guidelines. Participates in all mandatory in-services. What We Offer: Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one! 403(b) retirement with company match Tuition reimbursement Fleet Car Program At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $122,301.82 - $155,933.24

Home Health

Other

2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse, RN- Home Health Nurse

Tufts Medicine Lowell, MA

$84,300.22 - $107,481.20 / year

Why Join Us? Newly adjusted Sign On Bonuses Recently increased market salaries Generous benefits that are effective day one Fleet car program: company paid vehicle, includes insurance, business miles and maintenance. Must meet eligibility requirements Company laptop and phone Job Overview Utilizing the nursing process, the Home Health Registered Nurse will manage and deliver comprehensive home health services, including assessments, interventions, and supportive care to clients within their place of residence. Depending on the circumstances, duties may also include telephone triage, problem solving, patient/caregiver advocacy and support, with emphasis of avoiding hospitalization. As a key member of the health care team, this position must interact courteously and effectively with patients and their families as well as with coworkers from all Agency departments, community resources, and with patients' physicians in order to facilitate safe and efficient patient care while maintaining their own safety in the home and the community at large. Location: Lowell, MA Hours: Full-Time, Days, 40 Hours Minimum Qualifications: 1. Massachusetts/New Hampshire RN Licensure. 2. Valid state issued Driver’s License. 3. One (1) year of acute medical/surgical nursing experience. 4. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Essential Functions: Assesses patients' physical, psychosocial needs in a sensitive, caring manner following established Standards of Nursing Practice and VNA procedures. Assesses patient/family learning needs, style and limitations and adjusts for delivery of information. Establishes realistic goals and develops plans of treatment in cooperation with the patient, family and members of the health care team. Adapts to new and unusual situations without affecting work performance negatively. Utilizes Security when and if needed for any potential unsafe situations. Collaborates with patient /family and other health care providers and/or community resources with planning of care and discharge. Completes physicians' orders, levels of care, and OASIS on all patients assigned, in accordance with patient care policies. Reconciles medications with patient and physician consistently. Demonstrates ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and provide appropriate supportive care. Effectively manages assigned caseload, within the team model of care delivery. Establishes a daily work plan based upon patient/family priorities of service and total area needs. Promptly triages patient visits, messages, and phone calls according to priority and urgency. Demonstrates excellent physical assessment and care planning skills. Demonstrates current knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration and reconciliation. Demonstrates ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and provide appropriate supportive care. Effectively manages assigned caseload, within the team model of care delivery. Establishes a daily work plan based upon patient/family priorities of service and total area needs. Promptly triages patient visits, messages, and phone calls according to priority and urgency. Coordinates care and discharge planning with other team members during case conferences. Acquires and maintains an expert working knowledge of all third part payers and regulatory bodies and agency policies on issues related to documentation and care provided. Communicates and collaborates with all disciplines in the home care setting on a regular basis or immediately if there are any critical needs or crisis interventions needed. What We Offer: Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one! 403(b) retirement with company match Tuition reimbursement Fleet Car Program At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $84,300.22 - $107,481.20

Home Health

Other

2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse, RN- Home Health RN

Tufts Medicine Lowell, MA

$84,300.22 - $107,481.20 / year

Job Overview The position is a member of the hospice staff who determines appropriateness of referrals, coordinates and conducts pre-admission activities, completes admission when determined hospice appropriate, monitors inpatient care at contracted hospitals, performs in-service training and community education activities. This position performs duties in a variety of settings including 6patient’s home, acute care setting, skilled nursing facility or assisted living. Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure. 2. Hospice and/or end of life experience required. Location : Lowell MA Hours : Full Time- 40 Hours, Flexible shifts (8/10/12 Hour days) Holiday and Weekend Rotation Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Describes and explains hospice services to a potential patient and/or family member and elicits responses to questions regarding attitude towards hospice care, evaluates physical and psycho/social/emotional status, in order to put the patient and family at ease about choosing hospice and fully inform them about the program. Works with hospice intake and eligibility department to verify insurance reimbursement for each referred patient and document in EMR. Reviews and explains to patient and/or family about insurance coverage and financial obligations, using knowledge of hospice fees, costs and reimbursement sources. Escalates to referral management director and/or referral manager, in circumstances of potential admission where reimbursement sources appear not to cover hospice fees, to ascertain whether reduce fee or free care may be offered. Introduces and explains benefits of hospice care and familiarizes decision makers with characteristics and needs that indicate an appropriate hospice referral. Presents the advantage of the hospice Medicare/Medicaid benefits to referral sources. Thoroughly understands the Medicare/Medicaid hospice benefit, the Medicare home health benefit, the Medicare/Medicaid long term benefit and the Medicare HMO benefit. Documents a narrative note in the EMR summarizing pertinent physical and psychosocial information from the hospital record and/or from the physician and patient/family assessment. Reviews referred patient’s history, medical status, and prognosis to determine eligibility for hospice services relying on the knowledge of hospital procedure and hospice admission criteria. Completes the patient/family admission packet, including obtaining signed Notice of Election of Hospice Benefit (NOE), admission forms from the patient, family, referral source and the attending physician. Uploading completed admission documents electronically to medical records for them to complete their process. Communicates information from Comprehensive Assessment to TMCAH CMO, hospice physician or TMCAH covering NP. Documents results and performs warm hand off to team. Communicates NTUC to appropriate staff and managers. Documents reason and continuation of care measures implemented. Promotes hospice services, to ensure appropriate referrals to hospice program, may perform liaison activities centered in the acute care setting, which include but not limited to, case conferences to case managers, discharge planners, physicians, other health care providers and referral sources. Works with TMCAH liaison and intake staff to ensure ease of referral, as well as a rapid response to the referral source. Evaluates and compares information, regarding referred patient to hospice criteria. Consult with either the referral management director, referral manager, CMO, or hospice physician when an admission is questionable. Communicates on a regular basis with patient, family, referral source, hospice intake or liaison staff, to ensure continuity of care and adherence to the hospice plan of care. Develops opportunities for and conducts in-service presentations in health care facilities regarding hospice care and the indications for a hospice referral. Joins approved professional organizations and other groups which include key decision makers in the care of terminally ill patients. Assists with public relations activities to promote community awareness of Hospice services. Includes activities during National Hospice Month. Reports Compliance concerns to the CEO or Chief Compliance Officer when applicable. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Tufts Medicine Care at Home policies and procedures. What We Offer: Generous Paid Time Off (Effective Day1) Health, Dental and vision insurance (Effective Day 1) Competitive Salaries At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $84,300.22 - $107,481.20