What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Evaluator position at Wethersfield Corporate Office?
A Great Place to Work
"The Field" is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!
What You'll Do:
As a Clinical Evaluator, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of residents' health conditions, functional abilities, and care requirements. Your evaluations will drive the development of personalized care plans, ensuring the highest standard of care and well-being of our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, mental, and emotional health to determine appropriate care setting
- Evaluate functional abilities and care needs through detailed observations and assessments
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
- Establish and maintain relationships with social workers, case managers and other contacts in the healthcare and payor community
- Educate residents and families about facility services, procedures, and care expectations
- Monitor and reassess residents' progress and update care plans accordingly
- Advocate for residents' well-being and coordinate with healthcare providers to address needs
- Document assessments and care plans accurately and timely
If you are a skilled and empathetic healthcare professional with a passion for assessing and advocating for patient care needs, join our team as a Clinical Evaluator. Make a meaningful impact in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.
What We Offer
As part of National Health Care, our team enjoys:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
What You'll Bring:
Qualifications of a Clinical Evaluator include:
- Nursing or Social Work degree, with valid state license or certification preferred
- 3 years of clinical or case management experience in long-term care
- Experience in discharge planning and marketing activity
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
- Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
We Hire for Heart!
National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 30 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.