*Description*
Summary:
Provides direction and organizational management of the home care intake department including referral management, referral portals, physician group referrals, SNF/ALF discharge planning meetings, and the transition of patients from the acute setting to home. Responsible for the educational, orientation, and competency programs of the agency. Per diem nursing staff report directly to this position for recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluation. Supports the other nursing clinical managers in the department daily operations as needed.
Responsibilities:
1. Manages the planning, implementation, data collection, and evaluation of the referral management/intake process; and directs the transition of patients from hospital to home with home care services from hospitals, skilled facilities, assisted living facilities, and physician practices. 20%
2. Participates in the SNF discharge planning meetings and patient conferences including onsite SNF meet...