LVN Care Coordinator, Home Health

Sutter Health

Alameda, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$38.83–$52.16 Per Hour

LOCATION

Alameda, CA

POSTED

14 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay

Position Overview:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide clinical support for the processing of home health orders, labs, and physician communication for home health location. Under the supervision of the Administrator, the LVN Care Coordinator (LVN CC) provides clinical coordination and communication with patients, physicians, and other clinicians in accordance with current standards and regulations so that the highest degree of quality care will be maintained at all times.

Completes other tasks and projects as assigned by the Manager when necessary.

Job Description :

EDUCATION

+ _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

+ Other: Graduate from an accredited vocational school of nursing or equivalent.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

+ LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

+ 1 One year clinical experience required; two years clinical experience strongly preferred

+ 1 One year of experience in a home care position strongly preferred

+ Experience in coordinating and processing home care orders strongly desired

+ Experience as a team care coordinator or other similar roles highly desirable

+ 5 Direct patient care within the last 5 years preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

+ Must have the clinical knowledge and critical thinking ability to effectively plan and provide coordination of patient care consistent with standards and regulations

+ Must have exceptional interpersonal and customer services skills; must be able to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult the supervisor

+ Must have excellent computer word processing skills with the ability to enter at least 50 WPM

+ Must be able to demonstrate proficiency (after training and introductory period) in efficient use of electronic medical record systems

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)

+ Must be willing and able to learn new computer software with training provided

+ Knowledge of home health services and clinical practice, Medicare Conditions of Participation, home health accreditation requirements, reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors

+ Must be detail-oriented and excellent in time management

+ Must be able to follow a defined list of tasks and follow the established procedures completing them in a timely fashion

+ Must be able to flex with the increased workflow when census is higher and recognize urgency of each task

+ Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in all interactions with patients, physicians, and staff, demonstrating excellent customer service

+ Must be able to exercise good judgment in prioritizing workload, working with minimal supervision, and organizing and completing tasks accurately and in a timely manner

+ Ability to maintain harmonious constructive relationships with internal and external customers

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $38.83 to $52.16 / hour

_The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package._

About the Company

Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1921

WEBSITE

https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/

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