49 home-health jobs found in Hamilton, MS

Performs tasks related to routine patient care within an assigned unit under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Assists with patient’s plan of care by providing and/or assisting with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal hygiene, grooming, mobility, and comfort Effectively and efficiently coordinates daily patient care activities on the nursing unit Assists nursing staff to better facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers. Performs a variety of duties both within and in support of assigned unit as delegated by nursing staff Responds to patient’s call lights/requests and reports to appropriate personnel when necessary Assists patients in meeting nutritional needs, including but not limited to assisting with feeding, providing fluids and supplements. Inventory Control: Orders, stocks, and replenishes unit supplies and necessary equipment in a cost efficient manner Participates in identifying unit financial responsibility during budget...

Nursing Care: Has the direct responsibility of caring for an assigned caseload of patients. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment defined by COPs. Develop and implement appropriate revisions to individualized plans of care Deliver highest standard of care specific to patient condition/need. Responsible for appropriate and timely documentation of care and supervisory visits according to CMS and agency guidelines, policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities include: utilizing community resources as needed, maintaining an open and effective line of communication with the total health care community. Performs a comprehensive assessment of patient with each visit. Must maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Communication: Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient/CG and all members of the health care team in various settings: inpatient,...

Insurance Verification: Verify patient insurance information with insurance company (as appropriate) Obtain applicable authorizations from insurance company (as needed) Review/update current insurance information in data base (Client Activity) Add new insurance information (if needed) Billing: Reviews data pertaining to patient visit(s) and reconciles claims to ensure proper postings to applicable account Documents Health Insurance Prospective Payment System  (HIPPS)Code as appropriate Verifies accuracy of contract adjustment and applies discounts applicably Process claims that are ready to be billed Attach required documentation and submit claims electronically/hard copy to appropriate payor (Medicare, Medicare HMO, Medicaid, etc.) File request for anticipated payment information  from Medicare/Medicare HMO Co-pay and Self-pay bills are sent on a monthly basis Responsible for any billing changes that need to be updated to patient account(s) Posting: Prepares posting documentation...

Nursing Care: Has the direct responsibility of caring for an assigned caseload of patients. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment defined by COPs. Develop and implement appropriate revisions to individualized plans of care Deliver highest standard of care specific to patient condition/need. Responsible for appropriate and timely documentation of care and supervisory visits according to CMS and agency guidelines, policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities include: utilizing community resources as needed, maintaining an open and effective line of communication with the total health care community. Performs a comprehensive assessment of patient with each visit. Must maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Communication: Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient/CG and all members of the health care team in various settings: inpatient,...

Essential Functions: Responsible of delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment, including: developing and rendering the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. supervising the Home Health Aide and LPN coordinating information to be shared among all members of the health care team. evaluating the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. documenting patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment Must make sound decisions and in a timely manner.  Additional responsibilities include: utilizing community resources as needed, maintaining an open and effective line of communication with the total health care community. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Currently licensed by the Mississippi Board of Nursing A minimum of one (1) year full-time experience as a registered nurse required for hospice. Basic computer skills...

Essential Functions: Responsible of delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment, including: developing and rendering the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. supervising the Home Health Aide and LPN coordinating information to be shared among all members of the health care team. evaluating the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. documenting patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment Must make sound decisions and in a timely manner.  Additional responsibilities include: utilizing community resources as needed, maintaining an open and effective line of communication with the total health care community. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Currently licensed by the Mississippi Board of Nursing A minimum of one (1) year full-time experience as a registered nurse required for hospice. Basic computer skills...

Responsible for quality delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment. Execute the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. Perform and document supervisory visits for Home Health Aide and LPN according to state / federal regulations. Coordinate information to be shared among all members of the health care team. Evaluate the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment. Perform clinical assessment of the patient on every visit, identifying problems and taking the appropriate action. Reports the patient’s condition and reaction to treatments, drugs and significant incidents to the physician, Maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Job Knowledge Graduate of an accredited school of...

Responsible for quality delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment. Execute the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. Perform and document supervisory visits for Home Health Aide and LPN according to state / federal regulations. Coordinate information to be shared among all members of the health care team. Evaluate the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment. Perform clinical assessment of the patient on every visit, identifying problems and taking the appropriate action. Reports the patient’s condition and reaction to treatments, drugs and significant incidents to the physician, Maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Job Knowledge  Graduate of an accredited school of...

Responsible for quality delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment. Execute the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. Perform and document supervisory visits for Home Health Aide and LPN according to state / federal regulations. Coordinate information to be shared among all members of the health care team. Evaluate the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment. Perform clinical assessment of the patient on every visit, identifying problems and taking the appropriate action. Reports the patient’s condition and reaction to treatments, drugs and significant incidents to the physician, Maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Job Knowledge Graduate of an accredited school of...

Responsible for quality delivery of skilled nursing care in the home environment. Execute the highest standards and techniques for patient care according to physician orders. Perform and document supervisory visits for Home Health Aide and LPN according to state / federal regulations. Coordinate information to be shared among all members of the health care team. Evaluate the effectiveness of the care rendered to the patient. Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner. Pt / CG education of disease management and skilled care in home environment. Perform clinical assessment of the patient on every visit, identifying problems and taking the appropriate action. Reports the patient’s condition and reaction to treatments, drugs and significant incidents to the physician, Maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Job Knowledge  Graduate of an accredited school of...

Management: Manages branch office non-clinical functions. Trains, orients, and educates clerical staff on all job duties and responsibilities, and evaluates staff competencies. API approver for the branch. Supervision:  Supervises clerical staff to ensure efficient day to day branch operations Organization:  Organizes and coordinates all non-clinical activities necessary to operation of office. Clinical Records:  Coordinates handling of clinical documentation to ensure timeliness and compliance with regulatory and licensing agencies. Computer Technology:  Knowledge and skills necessary to utilize Medical Center computer systems and Home Health computer software to ensure accuracy of patient records and other pertinent data. Communication:  Maintains optimal communication and working relationship with office staff and other Agency staff, including Administration, to enhance overall functions.  Proven written and verbal communication skills. Cost Control:  Maintains awareness...

Clinical Practice: Uses the nursing process to provide safe, quality patient care and document accordingly. Works to ensure his/her compliance with all NMHS policies and requirements as directed by the Nurse Manager and Educator. Education: Provides patient/family education and acts as a resource for existing staff and new employees. Can participate in the Preceptor class to ensure proper training of new employees Communication: Maintains communication with multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic care to the patient. Attends daily huddles on each unit to ensure proper assignments and identify team members for the shift. Customer Relations: Projects caring, friendly and helpful image to patients and other customers. Utilized the patient’s communication board (white board) to identify name, date, goals, other staff and procedures or test for the day to keep the patients and families informed. Complies by the NMHS behavioral standards. Self-Development: Maintains competency...

Nursing Care: Has the direct responsibility of caring for an assigned caseload of patients. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment defined by COPs. Develop and implement appropriate revisions to individualized plans of care Deliver highest standard of care specific to patient condition/need. Responsible for appropriate and timely documentation of care and supervisory visits according to CMS and agency guidelines, policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities include: utilizing community resources as needed, maintaining an open and effective line of communication with the total health care community. Performs a comprehensive assessment of patient with each visit. Must maintain accurate and up to date patient clinical records; accurate accounting of supply usage; accurate daily visit record of patients, time and mileage Communication: Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient/CG and all members of the health care team in various settings: inpatient,...

Coordinates: Conducts assessment to determine patient needs and barriers to disease management of continued recovery. Implements appropriate interventions to address identified patient needs and maintain regulatory requirements. Monitors the effectiveness of the patient’s care plan and intervenes when necessary to address potential progression delays. Arranges appropriate post-acute services and procurement of durable medical equipment. Coordinates transition of care as indicated. Assess the discharge planning needs of the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Reporting: Documents assessment findings and interacts in the clinical record according to establish standards. Performs cost/benefit analysis to determine most cost effective care. Documents type education received by the patient and/or family members. Education: Educates patient and/or family member(s) to the processes and services provided. Attend and provide continuing education in-services....

Clinical Practice: Uses the nursing process to provide safe, quality patient care and document accordingly. Works to ensure his/her compliance with all NMHS policies and requirements as directed by the Nurse Manager and Educator. Education: Provides patient/family education and acts as a resource for existing staff and new employees. Can participate in the Preceptor class to ensure proper training of new employees Communication: Maintains communication with multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic care to the patient. Attends daily huddles on each unit to ensure proper assignments and identify team members for the shift. Customer Relations: Projects caring, friendly and helpful image to patients and other customers. Utilized the patient’s communication board (white board) to identify name, date, goals, other staff and procedures or test for the day to keep the patients and families informed. Complies by the NMHS behavioral standards. Self-Development: Maintains competency...

Performs tasks related to routine patient care within an assigned unit under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Assists with patient’s plan of care by providing and/or assisting with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal hygiene, grooming, mobility, and comfort Effectively and efficiently coordinates daily patient care activities on the nursing unit Assists nursing staff to better facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers. Performs a variety of duties both within and in support of assigned unit as delegated by nursing staff Responds to patient’s call lights/requests and reports to appropriate personnel when necessary Assists patients in meeting nutritional needs, including but not limited to assisting with feeding, providing fluids and supplements. Inventory Control: Orders, stocks, and replenishes unit supplies and necessary equipment in a cost efficient manner Participates in identifying unit financial responsibility during budget...

Management: Manages branch office non-clinical functions. Trains, orients, and educates clerical staff on all job duties and responsibilities, and evaluates staff competencies. API approver for the branch. Supervision:  Supervises clerical staff to ensure efficient day to day branch operations Organization:  Organizes and coordinates all non-clinical activities necessary to operation of office. Clinical Records:  Coordinates handling of clinical documentation to ensure timeliness and compliance with regulatory and licensing agencies. Computer Technology:  Knowledge and skills necessary to utilize Medical Center computer systems and Home Health computer software to ensure accuracy of patient records and other pertinent data. Communication:  Maintains optimal communication and working relationship with office staff and other Agency staff, including Administration, to enhance overall functions.  Proven written and verbal communication skills. Cost Control:  Maintains awareness...

Clinical Practice: Uses the nursing process to provide safe, quality patient care and document accordingly. Works to ensure his/her compliance with all NMHS policies and requirements as directed by the Nurse Manager and Educator. Education: Provides patient/family education and acts as a resource for existing staff and new employees. Can participate in the Preceptor class to ensure proper training of new employees Communication: Maintains communication with multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic care to the patient. Attends daily huddles on each unit to ensure proper assignments and identify team members for the shift. Customer Relations: Projects caring, friendly and helpful image to patients and other customers. Utilized the patient’s communication board (white board) to identify name, date, goals, other staff and procedures or test for the day to keep the patients and families informed. Complies by the NMHS behavioral standards. Self-Development: Maintains competency...

Serves as Executive Assistant to the Administrator of PHS, possesses a mastery of office skills, demonstrates the ability to assume responsibility without direct supervision, exercises initiative and judgment, and makes decisions within the scope of assigned authority. Requirements: At least a two-year degree in Business, Office Systems Technology, or a related field required. It is highly desirable the incumbent has 1-2 years’ experience on the executive or administrative level with proven leadership skills. Must have computer experience and be proficient with various word processing, spreadsheet, and graphic presentation software programs. Must possess excellent people skills, be self-motivated, and be able to work effectively independently and/or within a team atmosphere. Must possess excellent skills in verbal and written communication, spelling and grammar, office procedures, office technology, transcription, and telephone etiquette. Must possess the ability to comprehend...

The role of bedside CLPN delivers vital support in providing direct bedside patient care and appropriate age specific care in an Acute Nursing or Elderly Care facility environment.   Clinical Practice: Exercises highest degree of the nursing process to provide safe, quality patient care and document accordingly. Performs duties of Charge Nurse in absence of the RN, within scope of practice Works to ensure his/her compliance with all NMHS policies and requirements as directed by the Nurse Manager and Educator. Collaboration with clinical team members to admit assigned patients to unit at bedside. Independently processing the discharges for their assigned patients at bedside. Performs treatments, tests, and/or procedures including IV therapy as directed within scope of license. Responsible for maintaining written record of patient care events performed by the incumbent (e.g.: medications, treatments, procedures).   Education: Responsible for keeping patients and families informed...