Employment Opportunities at Seaside Home Health
Reports To : Owner/Governing Body
Job Description Summary
Responsible for planning, coordinating, managing and directing all activities and programs of the Seaside Home Health LLC.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
1. Planning and directing operations to ensure the provision of adequate and appropriate care and services.
2. Fiscal planning, budgeting and management.
3. Ensuring organizational compliance with legal, local, state and federal regulatory laws and regulations and accreditation standards.
4. Assures that all business conduct is above the minimum standards required by law and will not condone any activities that achieve results through violation of the law, unethical business or patient care practices.
5. Recruiting, employing and retaining qualified personnel to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
6. Establishing and maintaining effective open channels of communication. Fosters a no-blame culture that encourages reporting of safety and quality of services issues.
7. Ensuring program personnel have current clinical information and current practices and ensuring that a clinical manager is available during all operating hours.
8. Evaluating services and programs.
9. Ensuring personnel development including orientation, inservice education and continuing education.
10. Coordinating with other program areas and management as appropriate.
11. Maintaining current on local trends and issues.
12. Ensuring that appropriate service policies are developed and implemented.
13. Directing personnel in performance of their duties including admission, discharge and provision of service to patients.
14. Ensures that a clinical manager is available during all operating hours.
15. Ensuring the accuracy of public information materials and activities
16. Maintaining responsibility and availability for all day to day operations of the organization during all operating hours.
17. Appointing a similarly qualified alternate to be available at all times during operating hours in the absence of the administrator.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Is a licensed physician, a registered nurse or holds an undergraduate degree. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Master’s Degree in health care or related field is preferred.
2. At least one year experience in health care management preferably in health
care management preferably in health care operations.
3. Demonstrated an ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
4. Ability to market aggressively and deal tactfully with the community.
5. Knowledge of corporate business management.
6. Demonstrates good communications and public relations skills
Reports To : Administrator
Job Description Summary
The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that patient care is coordinated and managed appropriately. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that care and services are delivered appropriately as well as the supervision of clinical personnel.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
1. Receives case referrals. Reviews available patient information related to case, including disciplines required, to determine home care needs. Assigns appropriate clinicians to case.
2. Reviews and evaluates each case by reviewing the services provided by clinicians, conferences, record review, discusses and verifies impressions, instructs and guides clinicians to promote more effective performance and delivery of quality home care services, and is available at all times during operating hours to assist clinicians as appropriate.
3. Reviews patient’s clinical diagnosis, medications, procedures and clinical course.
4. Assists clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term therapeutic goals, in setting priorities, and in developing plan of care.
5. Attends case conference meetings with organization personnel to facilitate coordination of care.
6. Conducts quarterly record reviews and communicates findings and recommendations to Clinical Director and appropriate organization personnel.
7. Assists in the screening and interviewing process of new organization personnel and
makes recommendations for employment of individuals. Assists in the orientation of
new organization personnel.
8. Assists Clinical Director in the planning, implementation and evaluation of inservice and continuing education programs.
9. Assists in the formulation, revision, implementation, and evaluation of policies and procedures, as well as strategic goals and objectives.
10. Complies with accepted professional standards and principles.
11. Participates in public relation and community activities that promote the Organization’s role as an effective member of the health care delivery system.
Job Title/Position: Clinical Supervisor/Clinical Director
12. Promotes customer service orientation to all organization personnel.
13. Performs other duties and activities as delegated by the Clinical Director.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
2. Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing. BSN degree is preferred.
3. One year management or supervisory experience in health care setting, preferably home care.
4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
5. Complies and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Demonstrates excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The home health aide/CNA is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs. The home health aide /CNA is responsible for observing patients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.
The home health aide/CNA will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient’s care.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
Responsibilities of the home health aide/CNA include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Providing hands-on personal care including:
A. Baths
B. Oral hygiene
C. Shampoos
D. Changing bed linen
E. Assisting patients with dressing and undressing
F. Skin care to prevent breakdown
G. Assisting the patient with toileting activities
H. Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
2. Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
3. Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.
4. Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
5. Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
6. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
7. Performing simple procedures as an extension of nursing services as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
8. Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication.
9. Doing patient’s laundry, as appropriate.
10. Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools,
side rails, etc.).
11. Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
12. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
13. Adhering to the Organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Meets the training requirements and successfully completes:
A. A training and competency evaluation program that meets §484.80 (b) and (c); or
B. A competency evaluation that meets the requirements of §484.80 (c); or
C. A nurse aide training and competency evaluation approved by the state as meeting the requirements of §483.151 through §483.154 and is currently in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; or
D. The requirements of a state licensure program that meets the provisions of §484.80 (b) and (c).
2. At least 18 years of age.
3. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
4. Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
5. Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
Job Title/Position: Certified Home Health Aide
6. Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
7. Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
8. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.
Job Limitations
The home health aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the State’s Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the home health aide will not administer medications, take physician’s orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a nurse, such as sterile techniques.
Reports To: Clinical Director/Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The Infusion Therapy is responsible to oversee home infusion therapy services and develop professional relationships with physicians, pharmacists, home infusion nurses and health care facility discharge planners
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
- Collaborates with home health team to identify potential patients for home infusion therapy.
- Performs initial assessment to determine eligibility for home infusion therapy.
- Assigns clinician to make home visit within 24 hours of referral to assess the home environment and initiate services.
- Coordinates patient care between pharmacist, clinicians, and physician regarding initial drug therapy, any drug therapy problems, and changes in administration.
- Facilitates communication between patient, family, and caregiver, clinicians, pharmacist, physician, and delivery personnel regarding the supplying, resupplying, and pick-up delivery schedule.
- Makes visits to organization patients who have been hospitalized to keep abreast of condition and impending discharge.
- Keeps physicians, hospital discharge planners, and organization personnel, as appropriate, informed of home care patient progress following hospital discharge.
- Responds to billing department needs and confirms that appropriate documentation is available, regarding home infusion therapy.
- Performs direct patient care, as needed, in an efficient, effective, and clinically correct manner.
- Conducts inservice programs regarding home infusion therapy services and specific infusion skills for nurses.
- Provides portions of orientation and training for new organization personnel regarding home infusion therapy services.
- Serves as a resource for nurses and pharmacists regarding information about home infusion services.
- Provides input to assist the Clinical Director and Clinical Supervisors in the evaluation of organization personnel performance.
- Adheres to professional and ethical standards of nursing practice.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
- Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
- Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
- Minimum of two years experience in home health nursing.
- Professional certification by Infusion Nursing Society.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor/Clinical Director
Job Description Summary
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Provides direct patient care as defined in Florida’s Nurse Practice Act.
2. Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
3. Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
4. Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
5. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
7. Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
2. Has one year nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
6. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
7. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
8. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
9. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
10. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.
11. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
12. Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
14. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredit¬ed jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
3. One year of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy
F. Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers
as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.
3. One year of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Reports To : Executive Director/Administrator
Job Description Summary
The Office Manager is responsible for coordinating all office activities including: medical records, data entry, maintaining patient records, preparing for all meetings, coordinating all telephone calls and maintaining sufficient office supplies. The Office Manager is responsible to the Administrator and the Program Director and assists with: direct patient expenditures coordination, employee time sheets, personnel records and billing liaison.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
2. Maintains accurate up to date medical records in accordance with regulations of Medicare and the Policy and Procedure Manual.
3. Communicates effectively on the telephone with patients, families and staff.
4. Answers incoming calls and forwards to appropriate staff person or takes a message if the person is not available.
5. Welcomes and assists all guests.
6. Manages incoming, outgoing and interoffice mail. Networking.
7. Performs typing, faxing and coping tasks as requested for various staff persons.
8. Inputs data into computer for billing purposes.
9. Orders and maintains accurate records of medical equipment and supplies.
10. Responsible for informing staff of any changes, updates, etc., regarding admissions; discharges, visits, schedules; and clinical meetings as directed by the Program Director, Director of Clinical Services and/or Administrator.
11. Responsible for gathering and recording staff members’ DSRs.
12. Tracks admission, discharge, case conferences, certification and re-certification dates on all patients.
13. Responsible for assisting with audits of patient information.
14. Maintains accurate mailing lists of employees, patients, Medical Directors, physicians and contractors and forwards any changes to the Corporate Office.
15. Performs other necessary functions/duties as assigned by the Program Director and/or Administrator.
Job Title/Position: Office Manager
16. Participates in and assists with community activities, i.e., health fairs, conventions, community education programs, etc. as assigned by Program Director, Director of Clinical Services and/or Administrator.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Minimum of high school education; preferably with secretarial and computer background.
2. General knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammar, medical records and office procedures.
3. Basic knowledge of office machines.
4. Basic knowledge of telephone skills.
5. Aptitude or computer data entry and use of current software systems.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
7. Ability to meet the public and staff as a positive, friendly and professional representative of the agency.
8. Effective social interaction, communication and organizational skills and the ability to perform a variety of tasks efficiently.
9. Personal car for travel and valid driver’s license.
10. Carry personal auto liability insurance coverage.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
Patient Care
1. Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
2. Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs.
3. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
4. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
5. Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
6. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
7. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
8. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.
9. Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient.
10. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Communication
1. Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every sixty days.
Job Title/Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required.
3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
Additional Duties
1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
3. Instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
2. Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
3. Maintains a current CPR certification.
4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
5. Minimum of one year experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred.
6. Self directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
7. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
8. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising home health aides.
9. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
2. Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
3. Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
4. Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
5. Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
6. Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
7. Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization personnel to support patient care.
8. Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
9. Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
10. Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
11. Participates in discharge planning.
12. Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/Supervisor.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social
Work Education. May also have a master’s degree or a doctoral degree in social work.
2. Minimum of one year’s experience in health care.
3. Experience in a home health care preferred.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Reports To : Clinical Supervisor
Job Description Summary
The speech-language pathologist is responsible for implementation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service Agreement.
Essential Job Functions/responsibilities
1. Conducts appropriate evaluations, assesses home environment (as appropriate), identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
2. Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
3. Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment.
4. Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated.
5. Confers with referring physician and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care.
6. As appropriate, participates in case conferences, inservices and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
7. Prepares and submits notes per organization policy.
8. Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate.
10. Instructs patient, family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated.
11. May supervise home health aide in procedures directly related to the speech-language therapy plan of care.
12. Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech-language
pathology services.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Preferred Position Qualifications
1. Possesses a master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology (SLP), and who meets either of the following requirements:
A. Is licensed as a speech language pathologist by the State in which the individual furnishes such service; or
B. If the State does not license speech-language pathologists:
1. Must successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or is in the process of accumulating such supervised clinical experience);
2. Performed not less than 9 months of supervised full-time SLP services after obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field; and
3. Successfully completed an approved national examination in SLP
2. A minimum of one year’s clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology.
3. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
4. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
5. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.