Title: | LTSS RN - UAS |
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ID: | CM09 |
Location: | Buffalo |
Job Type: | Full-time |
Date Posted: | 11/09/2018 |
Openings: | 1 |
Department: | Case & Disease Management |
Are you looking for an amazing opportunity that allows you to work directly in our community and with an amazing organization? At YourCare Health Plan, we focus exclusively on the safety-net population and we've been doing so for more than 45 years. We provide compassionate, high-touch care for individuals on government sponsored healthcare programs and provide support for the community-based partners who help them.
Position is primarily focused in the City of Buffalo and Erie County, however it will require some travel each week to Monroe County (Rochester)
POSITION SUMMARY
The LTSS UAS Registered Nurse is responsible for conducting in home assessments and reassessments of chronically ill enrollees using the Uniform Assessment System (UAS) including correction and revision of UAS, completion of tasking tool based on assessment and required internal documentation. Additional responsibilities include collaboration with providers, enrollees and the family to create a safe plan to stay in their home. Develop and implement targeted initiatives based on member preference and disease states that promote improved health care outcomes and quality of life.
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Under the direction of the Manager the Case Manager will:
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Communication
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Reporting and Back Up
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OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Identifies opportunities to improve processes and services. Shares with Manager and Clinical Services leadership, issues that are obstacles to providing great service
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Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Current, unrestricted NYS RN license.
- Associates’ Degree
- Previous home visit experience, hospice, or similar community based case management experience.
- Effective and diplomatic oral communication skills. Good listening skills.
- Sound reasoning and problem solving skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to read, understand and follow written policies and procedures.
- Ability to learn new skills.
- Ability to interact with individuals with diverse cultural and religious customs.
- Must have a NYS driver’s license and car for community travel.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- UASNY Certified
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Medicaid, Medicare, Managed Care experience
- Bilingual skills
PHI MINIMUM NECESSARY USE:
This staff position PHI access will be determined based on Minimum Necessary standards. The Minimum Necessary Grid can be found on the Human Resources and Compliance Web pages.
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Additional responsibilities, tasks and duties may be assigned as necessary.