QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Florida
Training/experience in the provision of Personal Care Services

DUTIES OF POSITION

Maintains the quality of client care/services in accordance with the Agency’s objectives and policies, through planning, coordination, and implementation and evaluation of the home services provided

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Reviews and investigates the clinical content, diagnoses, medical history, medications, fee status, and other procedures from the records of clients
Directs staff toward the appropriate use of community resources
Appraises staff performance during their probationary period and annually
Identifies and evaluates client needs and appropriateness of home care by reviewing the initial intake screening form before assignment of direct care staff
Develop the Plan of Care/Service after assessing the client and consulting the client and/or family member/responsible person
Review and update Care/Service Plans per policy
Participates in community-related functions as necessary
Secure physician orders at least every three months for continued care unless there is a pre-ordered period of no more than a year (for Medicaid clients) as applicable
Sees clients in the home setting as needed
Participates in client record reviews
Reviews each schedule for discharges and direct care staff supervisory visits
Ensures that all pertinent paperwork is in the client record and is complete.
Performs other duties as requested by the Administrator