Join our team as a (PASRR) Preadmission Screening and Resident Review Clinical Evaluator and be an instrumental force in reshaping healthcare and enriching the lives of patients in our communities.
Your assessments will help individuals with mental illness receive the care that they need to be successful in nursing homes. In this very meaningful role, you will conduct assessments for individuals with mental illness needing services in nursing homes. As a trusted expert, you will have the autonomy to evaluate their care needs and provide invaluable determinations and recommendations for their ongoing level of care, helping to improve patient’s well-being and enhance their quality of life.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate evaluations and recommendations through accurate clinical assessment of the patient, relevant records, and collateral sources of individuals.
- Recommend the appropriate level of care and service needs based on the patient’s physical, behavioral, and psychological functioning.
- Complete assessments on time and within scope of practice to meet all contractual requirements.
- Strong typing and computer skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Ensure compliance with program workflows.
- Excellent clinical experience and knowledge of psychiatric disorders as defined by the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual in use in North Carolina.
- Knowledge of standards of practice related to mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, geriatrics, and other disorders typically requiring long term care services and supports.
- Ability to complete person-centered assessments with meaningful and appropriate recommendations for level of care.
- Communicate effectively with individuals and groups through spoken, written, and electronic media.
- Working knowledge of Federal Regulation 42 CFR, Chapter 483.
Requirements
- Active unrestricted licensure in North Carolina in healthcare field such as a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Psychological Associate, or RN (with master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing or relevant field).
- Graduation from an accredited College with relevant Degree Program.
- A clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) and reliable transportation to travel in the state of North Carolina.
- 3+ years of practical experience in working with mental illness.
- 3+ years of experience in working with individuals with intellectual disability, developmental disabilities, or related conditions.
- Knowledge of the organization of medical records, medical terminology, and disease process required.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and internet/web navigation.
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