Job Title: Habilitation Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Staff Augmentation
Duration: 45 days
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience working in home health, hospice, long-term care, or case management
License: Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the state, active and in good standing without restrictions
Certifications: Additional training or certification in behavioral health, complex medical conditions, or nursing case management preferred
Must-Have:
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly
- Proficient in Google Office, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat
Description:
We are seeking the support of contract nurses to assist with rising nursing caseloads.
Locations will vary, and specific duties will be defined after candidate selection.
The position will cover multiple areas, and nurses need to be located in these regions.
The contract nurse will serve as a floater, stepping in when regular nursing staff are on leave.
Key functions will include conducting nursing assessments and collaborating with external agencies.
Assessments will authorize skilled nursing services for members.
The successful candidate will conduct in-person visits statewide and monitor health needs.
They will assist with referrals and advocate for member rights.
The role involves completing reports to document medical necessity for skilled services.
In-person assessments will be required every 90 days as needed.
The position is field-based, and travel is necessary for assessments.
Duties include completing nursing referrals, placing vendor calls, and participating in multidisciplinary planning meetings.
Collaboration with members and their support systems is essential.
Attendance at mandatory meetings and completion of required annual trainings is expected.