"Alerted.org

RN Clinical Nurse Manager

Albuquerque, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=6743+Academy+Rd.+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Klarus Home Healthis currently looking for a dedicated and compassionateRN Clinical Nurse Managerto oversee their home health staff inAlbuquerque, NMand the surrounding areas.

TheRegistered Nurse Clinical Nurse Manageris a licensed registered nurse who provides oversight of all patient/client care services and personnel. Ensures quality of patient/client care in the home. Coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family and referring agency.

Requirements

+ Graduate of an accredited school for the discipline license held.

+ Current State license as a Physician, Physical Therapist, Speech-language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Audiologist, Social Worker, or Registered Nurse (preferred). Must have a current State Driver’s License.

+ At least one year of experience in home health care with strong knowledge of OASIS is required. At least one year of management experience is also required.

+ A good understanding of the Federal, State and local laws/regulatory guidelines governing the operation of a Home Health agency

+ Skills:

+ Clinical skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.

+ Proven decision-making skills.

+ If required to make visits, proof of current CPR certification is needed.

+ Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

+ Performs duties in an office environment during agency operating hours.

+ If required to make patient/client visits, may work inpatients’/clients’ homes in various conditions.

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

+ Some exposure to unpleasant weather.

+ PRN emergency call availability.

+ Clinical Manager or Alternate must be available during all operating hours either in person or via telecommunications.

Physical and Mental Effort:

+ Prolonged sitting required, with the ability to operate office equipment, which may include heavy lifting, bending, and standing.

+ Requires the ability to handle stressful situations calmly and courteously at all times.

+ If required to make patient/client visits, prolonged standing and walking are required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients/clients.

+ Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition.

Benefits for full time employees:

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

+ Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance

+ PTO

+ 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

+ 401k retirement savings plan

+ Company-paid life insurance

+ Mileage reimbursement

+ Competitive compensation package

Salary Description

85,000 - 95,000