LPN Assessment Nurse Atlanta
PruittHealth, Norcross, GA, United States
Position
LPN Assessment Nurse Atlanta – 2605341
Job Purpose
Conducting initial assessments and reassessments for members/clients for the elderly and disabled waiver program.
Key Responsibilities
Complete initial and annual assessments in client/member’s home and determine member ability to complete IADLs and ADLs.
Complete modified assessments as needed for transfers, hospital and nursing home discharges, and increased or added services.
Assure members have services to remain in their community and fulfill the fiduciary obligation to meet members’ needs based on guidelines.
Communicate monthly with administrator to receive re-assessment schedule for SOURCE and CCSP annual review.
Review medications for appropriateness, noting any new medications, dosages, and discontinued medications.
Document assessment entries into Harmony system within guidelines established by the agency and/or regulatory groups; request medical and hospital records as needed to assist with determining eligibility.
Participate in team meetings with Medical Director weekly to present all approved new admits, reassessments, hospitalizations, Home Health admits and discharges, and repeat variances; also, discuss members with potential for discharge, actual discharges, and situations threatening someone’s health or functional status.
Attend and participate in mandatory in‑services.
Comply with corporate compliance program.
Report job‑related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.
Follow established safety regulations, including fire protection & prevention, smoking regulations, and infection control and prevention.
Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Be computer literate and able to learn new programs.
Complete tasks in compliance with timelines created by the Department of Community Health (DCH).
Communicate with translators for non‑English‑speaking clients/members.
Keep supervisor informed of daily activities and issues.
Demonstrate the ability to get along with co‑workers; maintain effective relationships with management staff and the general public.
Carry out all duties with a commitment to caring in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
Follow all company policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation requirements.
Report any violations to the appropriate supervisor and/or compliance department.
Demonstrate timely and regular attendance.
Maintain client/member and company information confidentiality at all times, complying with the company Code of Conduct and integrity.
Assist in implementing the waiver program guidelines and client/member goals with the Medical Director and Home First team.
Visit clients/members in their residence to provide care or services according to rules and regulations for elderly and disabled waiver program guidelines.
Carry out the duties and responsibilities of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing a risk of substantial harm to self and others.
Respond to change productively and handle additional projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility daily to meet the agency’s needs.
Assess the health status of assigned clients/members according to agency policies and procedures and scope of practice guidelines.
Meet agency productivity requirements and utilize time and resources effectively.
Perform other duties as assigned by Administrator.
Participate in the agency in‑service education program.
Qualifications
Minimum Education Required
Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.
Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of two (2) years practical nursing experience is required; experience working with elders and disabled populations required.
Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law
Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in state of practice.
Additional Qualifications (Preferred)
Three (3) years practical nursing experience; previous governmental waiver program experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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LPN Assessment Nurse Atlanta – 2605341
Job Purpose
Conducting initial assessments and reassessments for members/clients for the elderly and disabled waiver program.
Key Responsibilities
Complete initial and annual assessments in client/member’s home and determine member ability to complete IADLs and ADLs.
Complete modified assessments as needed for transfers, hospital and nursing home discharges, and increased or added services.
Assure members have services to remain in their community and fulfill the fiduciary obligation to meet members’ needs based on guidelines.
Communicate monthly with administrator to receive re-assessment schedule for SOURCE and CCSP annual review.
Review medications for appropriateness, noting any new medications, dosages, and discontinued medications.
Document assessment entries into Harmony system within guidelines established by the agency and/or regulatory groups; request medical and hospital records as needed to assist with determining eligibility.
Participate in team meetings with Medical Director weekly to present all approved new admits, reassessments, hospitalizations, Home Health admits and discharges, and repeat variances; also, discuss members with potential for discharge, actual discharges, and situations threatening someone’s health or functional status.
Attend and participate in mandatory in‑services.
Comply with corporate compliance program.
Report job‑related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.
Follow established safety regulations, including fire protection & prevention, smoking regulations, and infection control and prevention.
Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Be computer literate and able to learn new programs.
Complete tasks in compliance with timelines created by the Department of Community Health (DCH).
Communicate with translators for non‑English‑speaking clients/members.
Keep supervisor informed of daily activities and issues.
Demonstrate the ability to get along with co‑workers; maintain effective relationships with management staff and the general public.
Carry out all duties with a commitment to caring in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
Follow all company policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation requirements.
Report any violations to the appropriate supervisor and/or compliance department.
Demonstrate timely and regular attendance.
Maintain client/member and company information confidentiality at all times, complying with the company Code of Conduct and integrity.
Assist in implementing the waiver program guidelines and client/member goals with the Medical Director and Home First team.
Visit clients/members in their residence to provide care or services according to rules and regulations for elderly and disabled waiver program guidelines.
Carry out the duties and responsibilities of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing a risk of substantial harm to self and others.
Respond to change productively and handle additional projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility daily to meet the agency’s needs.
Assess the health status of assigned clients/members according to agency policies and procedures and scope of practice guidelines.
Meet agency productivity requirements and utilize time and resources effectively.
Perform other duties as assigned by Administrator.
Participate in the agency in‑service education program.
Qualifications
Minimum Education Required
Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.
Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of two (2) years practical nursing experience is required; experience working with elders and disabled populations required.
Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law
Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in state of practice.
Additional Qualifications (Preferred)
Three (3) years practical nursing experience; previous governmental waiver program experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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