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Description
Are you looking to make a difference in patients' lives with a company that values your expertise? Join us in our mission of delivering compassionate healthcare where it matters - at home.
Pinnacle Home Care, Florida's largest independent Medicare-certified home health provider, has been delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for over two decades, and we're looking for Licensed Practical Nurses to join our award-winning team.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates new referrals and care requirements to identify the best clinical team for each case, ensuring patients receive the highest quality home care services.
- Provides clinical oversight through case evaluations, performance feedback, and collaboration with clinicians to promote excellence in home care services.
- Acts as a mentor and point of support for clinicians to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care.
- Reviews patient's clinical diagnosis, medications, procedures, and clinical course.
- Assists clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term therapeutic goals, in setting priorities, and in developing a plan of care.
- Attends case conference meetings with organization personnel to facilitate coordination of care.
- Supports the hiring process by screening and interviewing candidates, offering hiring recommendations, and helping new team members acclimate through a thorough and supportive orientation experience.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and principles.
- Consistently upholds and enforces Agency policies and procedures, setting a strong example for all employees while maintaining full compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assesses clinicians on an ongoing basis to ascertain their understanding and compliance with policies and procedures.
- Participates in public relations and community activities that promote the Organization's role as an effective member of the health care delivery system.
- Performs consistent 1:1 meetings with clinicians, providing monthly SHP scorecards and continued education.
- Identifies and assists clinicians in overcoming challenges related to late documentation.
- Prioritizes timely care by working to admit each patient within 24 hours of receiving the referral.
- Educates patients on the benefits of home health services, potential out-of-pocket costs, and other factors influencing care decisions.
- Contributes to the professional development and skill level of field clinicians and clinical assistants.
- Performs field visits with clinicians to mentor and support clinical excellence consistently.
- Promotes appropriate utilization of services based upon the patient's acuity and medical necessity.
- Conducts formal clinical evaluations with clinicians to determine whether patients meet criteria for discharge or recertification.
- Performs other duties and activities as delegated by the Director of Clinical Services.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, or Occupational Therapy Assistant with current licensure to practice in the state.
- At least two years of management or supervisory experience in a health care setting, preferably home care.
- Ability to comply with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Ability to comply with and maintain current BLS certification.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent observation, organization, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Computers, Microsoft, EMR, and Technology.
- Knowledge of governmental regulations and ACHC standards.
Benefits
Why Choose Pinnacle?
- Personalized, One-on-One Care: Help patients heal and regain their independence by delivering individualized care in the comfort of their homes.
- Growth & Stability: Over two decades as Florida’s largest independent home health agency.
- Ongoing Professional Development: Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
- Competitive Benefits & Perks: Including an employee referral program where you can earn rewards.
- Recognized Excellence: Ranked as a USA Today Top Workplace.
- Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a schedule that aligns with your personal priorities.
- Supportive & Fun Culture: Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.
Pinnacle promotes an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Be part of a company that empowers clinicians to make a difference in the lives of over 10,000 patients across Florida every day. Apply now!