I. JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for clinical oversight of the Rosa Coplon Long Term Home Health Care Program and Menorah Licensed Home Care Program
II. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
- Manages and directs home care services provided by the programs
- Provides clinical oversight to both the LTHHCP and MLHC Program.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Community Service during their absence
- Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the LTHHCP and MLHC Program
- Recruits and hires qualified professional staff for the program.
- Completes performance evaluations of staff assigned.
- Plans and participates in orientation and in-service programs.
- Assists in the preparation and administration of the program budget.
- Determines the staffing pattern to accomplish program objectives.
- Serves as a resource and consultant to staff.
- Participates in development, review, and revision of policies and procedures of the Program.
- Develops job descriptions for the Program as requested.
- Coordinates the Program's services with the services provided by other community agencies.
- Serves as chairperson of the Professional Advisory Committee.
- Serves as the liaison to the community for the LTHHCP and MLHC.
III. OTHER JOB DUTIES:
- Knowledge of the Department of Health and CMS guidelines.
- Knowledge and ability to apply community health principles and practices.
- Ability to manage program personnel.
- Ability to work independently within the framework of the team setting.
- Ability to enlist the cooperation of many people in furthering the program.
IV. JOB SKILLS:
- Represents agency on community boards and committees.
- Facilitates establishing of goals and objectives.
- Monitors service delivery through review of patient records to determine adequacy of documentation, utilizing services, plan of care outcomes.
- Interprets agency policy and procedure to staff.
- Initiates or participates in patient-centered conferences to improve general patient care.
V. JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university. Master’s Degree in Nursing or a field relevant to Community Health Nursing Administration is required if more than 30 full-time or equivalent professional staff positions are budgeted.
License/Certification:
License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
VI. PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Normal office environment
- Client's homes
- Long Term Office Area
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