51 home-health jobs found in Springfield, IL

Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of patient care activities in the home setting, or assisted living.  Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served.   Assists the registered nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes of care.  Is accountable for own nursing actions and competencies.  Communicates effectively with others on the Interdisciplinary team.  Performs all duties in accordance with the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act and established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.  REQUIRED SKILLS Nursing Care Data Collection: Observes, records and reports objective and subjective patient data. Demonstrates ability to detect signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status. Informs RN of abnormal or changing data and of patient/family responses to interventions. Planning: Assists the registered nurse in developing the nursing plan of care. Provides input as applicable. Intervention: Completely...

Provides day to day coordination of telehealth program, as well as monitoring of telehealth patients.  Responsible for ensuring face to face documentation is received to meet regulatory requirements.  Works weekends as needed to assist with scheduling and telehealth monitoring.      REQUIRED SKILLS Responsible for coordination and monitoring of telehealth patients on daily basis. When working weekends or holiday’s as scheduler, maintains current real time schedule for field staff. Monitors Face to Face reports and works to obtain completed documents in a timely manner. Communicates effectively with staff, as well as physicians, to ensure coordinated care of patient. Participates in Memorial Home Health performance improvement activities through chart audits, data collection, and focus groups. Triages calls from outside the office and implements necessary communication to staff, physician offices and patients regarding information. Performs other related work as required or...

Provides nursing care to assigned patients through the use of nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures.  Assumes full responsibility and accountability for coordination of patient care; services, referrals and resources for assigned caseload.  Supervises care rendered by Home Health Aides.  Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision and Values and the Illinois Nursing Act.  REQUIRED SKILLS Professional Nursing Care Perform age appropriate assessment utilizing critical thinking skills. Function as a case manager for a group of patients in a particular geographic location. Provide after hours care on a rotation basis. Develop and revise an individualized Plan Of Care in partnership with patient/caregiver based on Identification of patient problems/need. Implement specific interventions to attain outcomes. Communicate/collaborate with other disciplines to provide optimal patient care and services. Participate in...

Provides personal hygiene and supportive services to individuals in their home or nursing under the direct supervision of a registered nurse/physical/occupational therapist following guidelines established by certification process.      REQUIRED SKILLS Consistently presents professional presence to customers. Consistently demonstrates competency in providing care according to the careplan and agency policy. Consistently ensures patient safety. Consistently is active in team work and reporting. Consistently maintains required education requirements. Consistently submits documentation in compliance with agency policy. Consistent attention is given to efficiently planning the day’s activities. Consistently follows Memorial Health System Behavioral Standards policy. Will perform Telehealth installations. Performs other related work as required or requested.   The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed...

Provides nursing care to assigned patients through the use of nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures.  Assumes full responsibility and accountability for coordination of patient care; services, referrals and resources for assigned caseload.  Supervises care rendered by Home Health Aides.  Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision and Values and the Illinois Nursing Act.  REQUIRED SKILLS Professional Nursing Care In assessment and giving care, demonstrates compassionate and holistic approach with sensitivity and adaptability to the family unit as well as the patient. Perform age appropriate assessment utilizing critical thinking skills. Demonstrates effective symptom management in chronic, complex disease states. Function as a case manager for a group of patients in a particular geographic location. Provide after-hours care on a rotation basis. Develop and revise an individualized Plan of Care in partnership with...

Under the supervision of a RN/Case Manager, performs the primary function of an LPN in the care of patients in the Wound Healing Center.  Is responsible for meeting the established WHC Standards of Nursing Practice in the management of all assigned patients.  Assists physicians/Case Manager with the implementation of wound treatment plans.  Provides age-appropriate care. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research finding into evidence-based clinical practice.  Contributes to quality improvement processes.  Adheres to the SMH Mission, Vision, and Values, federal and state laws, Joint Commission standards and professional and ethical practice. REQUIRED SKILLS Provides direct patient care that includes working with adult and pediatric, as needed, patients of all ages suffering from various chronic wound conditions, in person and over the phone, completing tasks involving the use of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation skills, and administration...

The Patient Discharge Specialist assists the Patient Care Facilitator or designee on units without a Patient Care Facilitator by implementing the arrangements required for patients who will be discharged or transferred from the hospital to an extended care facility, home, or another appropriate level of care.  The Patient Discharge Specialist provides logistical support for the discharge care plan, including:  verifying insurance benefits for coverage of post-discharge needs; communicating with patient/family for elicitation of choice and providing education as to available options; completing required documentation and disseminating it to community service providers and payors; coordinating discharge/admission hand-offs and transportation needs; and coordinating recommended post-discharge equipment needs.  REQUIRED SKILLS Discharge Coordination: Communicates daily with Patient Care Facilitator or Social Work staff on units without a Patient Care Facilitator to coordinate...

Provides nursing care to assigned patients through the use of nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures.  Assumes full responsibility and accountability for coordination of patient care; services, referrals and resources for assigned caseload.  Supervises care rendered by Home Health Aides.  Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision and Values and the Illinois Nursing Act.  REQUIRED SKILLS Professional Nursing Care In assessment and giving care, demonstrates compassionate and holistic approach with sensitivity and adaptability to the family unit as well as the patient. Perform age appropriate assessment utilizing critical thinking skills. Demonstrates effective symptom management in chronic, complex disease states. Function as a case manager for a group of patients in a particular geographic location. Provide after-hours care on a rotation basis. Develop and revise an individualized Plan of Care in partnership with...

The Patient Care Facilitator is accountable for care coordination from admission to discharge for a group of patients on an assigned nursing unit.  For each assigned patient, the PCF functions in concert with the interdisciplinary care team and physicians to ensure the development  and implementation of an individualized plan of care, daily (or more frequent) review and revision of the plan of care based on patient progress, and ongoing communication with the patient and family regarding expected outcomes of care.  The PCF is accountable for identifying and removing barriers that will prevent and/or delay a patient from reaching his/her outcome goals in a timely manner and for the development and execution of an appropriate discharge plan to address the patient’s post-acute care needs.  The PCF supports the collection and analysis of data related to patient outcomes and the effective use and access to resources to support patient outcomes.  In partnership with the Unit Nurse...

Responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of the nursing care of a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process.  Provides age-appropriate care.  Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research finding into evidence-based clinical practice.  Contributes to quality improvement processes.  Adheres to the MH Mission, Vision, and Values, federal and state laws, Joint Commission standards and professional and ethical practice. REQUIRED SKILLS Patient Care Provides direct patient care that includes working with adult and pediatric, as needed, patients of all ages suffering from various chronic wound conditions, in person and over the phone, completing tasks involving the use of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation skills, and administration of prescribed medications and treatments.  Which may include the following but not an inclusive list. Obtain patient vital signs. Perform blood glucose monitoring as ordered...

While previous hospice experience is helpful, this role is also a good fit for nurses who have been at long term care facilities as they have dealt with many of the same issues. Many successful candidates have known someone who has been in hospice care and understand the compassion needed. This nurse will work as the case manager for all aspects of the hospice patient’s care including, assessing symptoms, managing and controlling pain, ensuring the patient is as comfortable as possible, and making referrals for home health care, grooming, chaplains, etc. This nurse must understand end of life symptoms and learn the different pain medications associated with different conditions. This position allows for flexible self scheduling, with an every 4thweekend rotation and is provided a smart phone, computer and printer to aid in flexibility within the scope of the position.  This job is a good fit for someone who likes autonomy within their work.  A top performer would be one who is...

The Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for improving the overall integrity of medical records documentation.  The CDI Specialist uses clinical and coding knowledge to conduct clinically based concurrent and retrospective chart reviews to evaluate the clinical documentation of clinical services by identifying opportunities for improving timely, accurate and completeness of medical record documentation. Facilitates and obtains appropriate physician documentation for any clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of care of the patient. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist plays a significant role in optimizing appropriate reimbursement for acute care services.  REQUIRED SKILLS Completes thorough chart review for all identified inpatient accounts, assigns working DRG and alternative DRG if appropriate at time of admission. Reviews clinical documentation to facilitate the...

Performs clinical review of patient records to evaluate the utilization of acute care services. Communicates to third party payors to support the medical necessity of the hospital admission for services reimbursement. Ensures the patient care team is aware of general length of stay requirements for all patients. Facilitates physician documentation through concurrent interaction with physicians to support reimbursement and clinical severity is captured for the service rendered to patients receiving hospital care. Provides clinical knowledge and data collection for quality improvement initiatives. Optimizes reimbursement for acute care services. *This is not a remote position* REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Education: Associates Degree in Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Evidence of continuing professional development Licensure/Certification/Registry: Current RN licensure in the State of Illinois required Experience: Minimum of 3- 5 years of recent acute care and/or...

While previous hospice experience is helpful, this role is also a good fit for nurses who have been at long term care facilities as they have dealt with many of the same issues. Many successful candidates have known someone who has been in hospice care and understand the compassion needed. This nurse will work as the case manager for all aspects of the hospice patient’s care including, assessing symptoms, managing and controlling pain, ensuring the patient is as comfortable as possible, and making referrals for home health care, grooming, chaplains, etc. This nurse must understand end of life symptoms and learn the different pain medications associated with different conditions. This position allows for flexible self scheduling, with an every 4thweekend rotation and is provided a smart phone, computer and printer to aid in flexibility within the scope of the position.  This job is a good fit for someone who likes autonomy within their work.  A top performer would be one who is...

While previous hospice experience is helpful, this role is also a good fit for nurses who have been at long term care facilities as they have dealt with many of the same issues. Many successful candidates have known someone who has been in hospice care and understand the compassion needed. This nurse will work as the case manager for all aspects of the hospice patient’s care including, assessing symptoms, managing and controlling pain, ensuring the patient is as comfortable as possible, and making referrals for home health care, grooming, chaplains, etc. This nurse must understand end of life symptoms and learn the different pain medications associated with different conditions. This position allows for flexible self scheduling, with an every 4thweekend rotation and is provided a smart phone, computer and printer to aid in flexibility within the scope of the position.  This job is a good fit for someone who likes autonomy within their work.  A top performer would be one who is...

Provides nursing care to assigned patients through the use of nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures.  Assumes full responsibility and accountability for coordination of patient care; services, referrals and resources for assigned caseload.  Supervises care rendered by Home Health Aides.  Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision and Values and the Illinois Nursing Act.  REQUIRED SKILLS Professional Nursing Care In assessment and giving care, demonstrates compassionate and holistic approach with sensitivity and adaptability to the family unit as well as the patient. Perform age appropriate assessment utilizing critical thinking skills. Demonstrates effective symptom management in chronic, complex disease states. Function as a case manager for a group of patients in a particular geographic location. Provide after-hours care on a rotation basis. Develop and revise an individualized Plan of Care in partnership with...

The Hospice Transitions RN, as a member of the Advanced Care Management department, identifies, assesses, and prepares hospitalized patients and their loved ones for the transition to end-of- care. Coordinates the discharge plan, problem solves, and documents actions and plans while collaborating, consulting, and advocating on the patient’s behalf. Holding continuity of care as a priority, communicates and coordinates with the larger healthcare team including the hospitalist, nurse, patient care facilitator, social worker, and palliative care.  Receives and follows up on hospice referrals by meeting with the patient/family, introducing hospice services, evaluating the patient’s status, eliciting choice for post-acute providers, facilitating orders, and anticipating needs for equipment, medication, and transportation. REQUIRED SKILLS Identifies, assesses, and prepares patients (and their families) for transition to home hospice care Reviews hospital plan of care and current...

Provides nursing care to assigned patients through the use of nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures.  Assumes full responsibility and accountability for coordination of patient care; services, referrals and resources for assigned caseload.  Supervises care rendered by Home Health Aides.  Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision and Values and the Illinois Nursing Act.  REQUIRED SKILLS Professional Nursing Care In assessment and giving care, demonstrates compassionate and holistic approach with sensitivity and adaptability to the family unit as well as the patient. Perform age appropriate assessment utilizing critical thinking skills. Demonstrates effective symptom management in chronic, complex disease states. Function as a case manager for a group of patients in a particular geographic location. Provide after-hours care on a rotation basis. Develop and revise an individualized Plan of Care in partnership with...

Performs a wide variety of patient care activities for the clinic’s patients of all ages, including general nursing care, administration of prescribed medications and treatments, education of patients and families, and response to patient telephone calls.  All care is provided under the supervision of the physician and/or mid-level provider.  REQUIRED SKILLS Follows nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation, incorporating physical as well as psycho-social needs of designated patient populations in person, and over the telephone. Practices within professional scope and current standards of care. Applies the Minimum Necessary Standard when accessing protected health information. Documents according to professional scope and current standard of care ensuring that entries are complete. Reviews quality audits and makes improvements accordingly. Assists in various aspects of patient flow process including, but not limited to securing/stocking necessary...

Provides a range of social work / services to patients served by the MHS and Hospice Care of Illinois.  Assist the patient, family, physician and other team members in dealing with the significant psycho-social and emotional factors related to the illness in the home setting.  Participates in the development and follow-up of patient’s plan of treatment; documents progress notes and utilizes appropriate Memorial Health Systems and community resources appropriate to the case. *This is a part-time position* REQUIRED SKILLS Provides Social Work services to all programs of the agency in collaboration with the healthcare team and order from the physician. Provides Social Work intervention and follow-up of assigned cases in accordance with standards of Social Service practice and guidelines of policies and procedures of the Agency. Develops psychosocial plan appropriate to patient’s age and developmental stage and collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary team to achieve...