Job Description & Responsibilities:
Conduct initial face-to-face visits with referred individuals to gather relevant health and personal information. Performs complex needs assessments to evaluate the medical, behavioral, nutritional and social needs of clients. Conduct quarterly, annual, and significant change in condition visits to reassess and update clients' needs and care plans. Provide options counseling to clients and their families, offering information and guidance on available services and supports. Develop and set up individualized person-centered Plans of Care and Service Plans based on the assessments and counseling sessions. Advice and counsel participants on cost-effective service planning. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all assessments, visits, counseling sessions, and person-centered plans of care and services plans in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, community resources, and service providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for clients. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures. Participate in Interdisciplinary (IDT) meetings as necessary. Report on any potential Critical Incidents and safety concerns that may put the individual participant in danger. Triage and refer participants to the appropriate level of care based on their needs and per program and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications:
Requires an associate degree in nursing from an accredited institution or certificate or diploma from a state-approved practical nursing program. Requires current and valid License Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience, preferably in an intake, triage unit or assessment role. Experience in a similar role or in community health, home health, or case management is preferred. Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare and/or waiver programs preferred.
Salary:
$22.00 Hourly
Contact:
Employer: The Columbus Organization
Location: Thomasville, GA
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