Cassia exciting job opportunities to work as a Nurse Transitions Liaison for our Assisted Living senior living communities! In this role, you will build rel ationships between the patient/family and the staff of both the discharging care location and the Cassia community or service system on behalf of an individual who is transitioning from one care system to another. As an advocate for patients/families during the Cassia pre-admission process, you will see the process through until the patient is discharged from an inpatient hospital, emergency department, clinic, or other medical facility and has safely entered a Cassia Care Community or service system. The Nurse Lead Transitions Liaison primarily supports Cassia’s assisted living care centers and will also represent the Cassia continuum of care at large, particularly within the hospital system and our established referral network. This extended reach would include but is not limited to skilled nursing facilities, open circle adult day, Home Care, Hospice, pharmacy services and more. This is a Full-Time position with a generous benefits package. You will receive support from our experienced Sales and Marketing leadership team to implement creative strategies as you forge relationships. In this role, you will work at Cassia sites, hospitals and remotely. Responsibilities:
Manage Cassia AL locations open beds with the needs of referral sources.
Interact and establish a trusted relationship with a variety of community partners and all other potential referral sources within an assigned and defined geographical region of Minnesota.
Understand assisted living, skilled nursing, hospice/home care and adult day care clinical capabilities to ensure appropriate services are initiated on behalf of the individual.
Work proactively with social services/case management in finding appropriate patient placement.
Collaborate with hospital social services/case management in patient/family communications. Explain benefits and care options to patients and their families. May need to complete admission paperwork prior to admissions.
Review patients’ medical records and initiate the pre-admission plan of care and all standard admission activity to completion.
Coordinate with discharge location staff and Cassia AL locations, the discharge to admissions transitions process. Ensure all and services are available and that each patient has a smooth transition as they move their care needs from one care environment to another.
Verify health insurance, complete required paperwork, manage correspondence, and maintain data in EMS; track referrals, admissions and conversion ratios.
Requirements:
The Nurse Transitions Liaison would ideally possess a current nursing licensed (LPN or RN) or Social Worker license (LSW) with assisted living care experience within senior care, or, an individual with 5+ years of Case Management, or Skilled Care Admissions experience. Other requirements include:
Ability to travel and work in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospital, clinics, assisted living centers, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers and prospect homes.
Must be self-directed and self-motivated.
Must have experience in assisted living admission processes.
Must demonstrate exceptional verbal, written, active listener and interpersonal skills.
Have knowledge of electronic health records.
Must have excellent organizational skills and be an effective time manager and multi-tasker.
Benefits:
Competitive wages with credit for experience
Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness (site specific, ask for details)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
Healthcare, dental, health savings, vision, life, disability, & flex spending options for Full-Time employees
Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees
Employee Discount Program
Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
About Us:
Cassia is afaith-based, nonprofitorganization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need.Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love.We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration.
At Cassia, you will beempoweredto foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia willsupportyour career goals andcelebrateyour passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer.I AM Cassia Are You?
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