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Director Of Patient Care Services (DON)

September 2, 2010 Job Posted in Healthcare

Country: USA
Location: AZ Yuma
Total applied: 40
Job ID 128 Position Type Full-Time Employee Company Name AccentCare Location Yuma, AZ Salary Unspecified Experience 2-5 Years Experience

Learn more about AccentCare About AccentCare AccentCare provides a wide range of caregiving services that enable seniors to live independently at home and is one of the nation largest personal in-home care services companies.

Through this successful caregiving business, AccentCare has gained valuable experience across the entire personal in-home care process: assessing needs, developing a care plan, locating professional assistance, identifying the products and services required to implement the care plan, providing quality in-home care and monitoring care delivery over time.

AccentCare meets the urgent and growing need for in-home care and more effective care management that is being experienced by

1. seniors

2. family caregivers

3. families who are geographically isolated from a loved one

4. firms seeking to help their employees; an

5. healthcare providers endeavoring to deliver more effective long-term care.

AccentCare is positioned to be the provider of choice for caregiving services, both through its own employees and through affiliated providers, with all services coordinated and managed through a call center.

DIRECTOR OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES YUMA, AZ About AccentCare AccentCare provides a wide range of care giving services that enable seniors to live independently at home and is one of the nation largest personal in-home care services companies.

At AccentCare we are dedicated "To provide professional, compassionate care to individuals while maintaining their independence and quality of life in their home or community settings" Come join our growing Home Health Nursing Team.

We have branches in Arizona, Southern & Northern CA. Flexible Work Schedule $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Salary Mileage Reimbursement Full Time & Per Diem We are seeking a Full Time Director of Patient Care Services for our Yuma, Arizona Branch.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the supervision of clinical services.

Ensures proper utilization of patient services provided in compliance with departmental policies and procedures, regulations and accreditation standards for quality care of the agency.

RESPONSIBILITIE

1. Coordinates all nursing and therapeutic services offered by the agency.

2. Assigns appropriate staff level to all cases.

3. Assumes responsibility for orientation of new nursing staff.

4. Assures compliance with all local, state, and federal laws regarding licensure and certification of staff.

5. Ensures proper maintenance of medical records as prescribed by, and in compliance with, local, State, and Federal Laws.

6. Ensures that all physician orders are current and being followed by nursing personnel.

7. Interview nursing personnel and assists with the nonprofessional staff.

8. Actively participates in quality improvement activities to ensure agency compliance.

9. Ensures documentation according to payor source criteria for reimbursement.

10. Assists with recruitment and screening of staff based on personnel qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS BSN Degree preferred.

3+ yrs. exp. in a home health agency, primary care clinic, or health facility a must.

2+ yrs. exp. in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

Knowledge of State & Federal regulations, accreditation standards.

Current California License as a Registered Nurse.

Current BLS-CPR Certification.

Position requires significant business travel, a valid Driver's License, and proof of automobile insurance.

Knowledge of PPS SKILLS Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external customers.

Ability to exercise independent, good clinical judgment in planning and supervising client care.

Skilled in nursing practice.

Flexible and organized planning.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal/listening skills.

Exercise excellent time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and sustain ability to work in a multi-task environment with minimal supervision.

Full Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid PTO & Holidays.

And More! Please email or fax resume for consideration to Attention: Melanie Merrill, RN Recruiter 135 Technology Drive, Suite 150 Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 623-1506 Fax: (949) 453-9291 email: Mmerrill [at] accentcare [dot] com Check our website for job postings, locations and apply on-line.

www.accentcare.com

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