About the Role
As our Clinical Evaluator, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of residents' health conditions, functional abilities, and care requirements. Your evaluations will drive the development of personalized care plans, ensuring the highest standard of care and well-being of our residents. This role will cover Metro Albany area Hospitals and for placement with The Pines at Glens Falls and Catskill Skilled Nursing Facilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, mental, and emotional health to determine the appropriate care setting
- Evaluate functional abilities and care needs through detailed observations and assessments
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
- Establish and maintain relationships with social workers, case managers, and other contacts in the healthcare and payor community
- Educate residents and families about facility services, procedures, and care expectations
- Monitor and reassess residents' progress and update care plans accordingly
- Advocate for residents' well-being and coordinate with healthcare providers to address needs
- Document assessments and care plans accurately and in a timely manner
Requirements
- Valid state RN or LPN nursing license
- 3 years of clinical or case management experience in long-term care
- Experience in discharge planning and marketing activity
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
- Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
- Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Relationship building
- Patient education
- Care plan monitoring
- Resident advocacy
- Documentation
Location
- 154 Jefferson Heights, Catskill, New York, 12414
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3 years of clinical or case management experience in long-term care
Education Level
- RN or LPN nursing license
Salary/Compensations
- Starting from USD $75,000.00/Yr.
Benefits
- Most affordable health insurance of any LTC facility in the Capitol Region
- $5,000 annually in Tuition reimbursement
- Weekly pay
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
About the Company
- The Pines at Catskill is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates.
- National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984.
- National’s centers share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.
- National centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care.
- Several National centers have been named “Best Of” by US News & World Report.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
