Hospice Patient Care Coordinator

Direct responsibility for delivery of quality care that meets client specific needs and in compliance with program/payer rules and physician ordersResponsible for assisting clinical supervisor in efficient and effective utilization management in accordance with client needs, physician orders and payer requirementsFacilitates communication and coordination of care between clients, families, caregivers, physicians and other service providers as necessaryAssures efficient coordination of caregivers through case conferences and scheduling process as assigned Assists in monitoring patient records to ensure compliance with documentation requirements and program specific rules for coverage and qualifying criteriaAssists in the QA process of medical records as delegatedAssumes functions of Clinical Supervisor as requiredProvides orientation, training or in-services to new hires and the care team to assure the quality and appropriateness of care provided, on-site visits and competenciesAssists in the completion of annual competencies and on-site visits for clinical staffAs delegated, participates and assists in the data collection, analysis and reporting essential for the QAPI programParticipates in and assists in the completion of monthly and quarterly auditsFacilitates the audit process for clinical and billing purposes to improve the efficient delivery of client care and to assure appropriate reimbursement for services renderedResponsible for the correction of problems leading to denials for coverage or qualifying criteriaPerforms comprehensive nursing care to patient(s) including skilled nursing visits, coordination of care and establishing plans of careAssures thorough and accurate documentation with all clinical data including but not limited to: admission through discharge, physician's orders, skilled nursing visits and changes in conditionsConsistently demonstrates competency with technical nursing skills according to the legal scope of practiceImplements patient specific teaching to patient/family needs and evaluates and modifies as neededPerforms patient visits in an efficient manner, completing and submitting all documentation timely and per branch policyCompletes other assignments and duties as requested and assigned to accomplish the goals and objectives of the CompanyWhat we'll love about you: