What are the responsibilities and job description for the St. Luke Home Health LPN-Case Manager-Monticello 7201 position at Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center?
Description
A Licensed Practical Nurse who is responsible for the overall quality, efficiency and coordination of care for patients within a designated area. Provides direct patient care when needed within their scope of practice. Assists in managing agency referral process. Responsible for scheduling of patients. Provides insurance case management for team’s patients. Participates with clinical management team in planning a development of the patient’s plan of care. Acts as a liaison between patient/family, other healthcare providers and homecare personnel to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of a state approved school of practical nursing and currently licensed in the state in which practicing Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this agency Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgement Good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills Must be able to utilize good judgment, to demonstrate patience, and to maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within homecare and case managementLIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: Participate in physical activity Work for extended periods of time while sitting or standing and being involved in physical activity Moderate lifting Ability to do extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis
A Licensed Practical Nurse who is responsible for the overall quality, efficiency and coordination of care for patients within a designated area. Provides direct patient care when needed within their scope of practice. Assists in managing agency referral process. Responsible for scheduling of patients. Provides insurance case management for team’s patients. Participates with clinical management team in planning a development of the patient’s plan of care. Acts as a liaison between patient/family, other healthcare providers and homecare personnel to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of a state approved school of practical nursing and currently licensed in the state in which practicing Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this agency Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgement Good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills Must be able to utilize good judgment, to demonstrate patience, and to maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within homecare and case managementLIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: Participate in physical activity Work for extended periods of time while sitting or standing and being involved in physical activity Moderate lifting Ability to do extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis