Job Description
This position is responsible for conducting assessments of members who may need skilled nurse assessment services. The incumbent completes all assessments using a skilled care acuity tool and provides a recommendation for services based on members health care needs. Members who are assessed reside in the community or are ready to be discharged from a facility. The incumbent may also serve as mentor or preceptor for new staff, assisting in the formal training of assessors, complete quality assurance audits, inter-rater-reliability reviews, and may be involved in process improvement initiatives. Performs virtual assessments of persons with disabilities. Collaborates with health care providers and ancillary service providers to create or validate the appropriate treatment plan. Documents assessment results for the individual member status or negotiates service plan as needed. Completes quality assurance competency reviews and other tasks/projects as assigned such as new assessor training. Provides ongoing education. May communicate with all health care providers to ensure appropriateness of care.
About Telligen
Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country, offering clinical, analytical, and technical expertise.