Pod Leader
About MedElite:
MedElite provides innovative solutions for skilled nursing facilities by partnering with long-term care providers and clinicians for the benefit of not only the facilities, but also the specialists and most importantly, the patients. MedElite’s vision is to revolutionize geriatric healthcare by combining state-of-the-art equipment and on-site expert clinicians with our long-term care facility partners. We are paving the way to an all-new concept of medical services that provides our patients with proactive care for many significant health concerns that have previously been neglected. MedElite accomplishes this by providing our physicians with advanced technology, which allows them to perform testing and treatment for patients that would otherwise not be possible. Our unique service supports facilities to ensure enhanced quality of life for our patients.
Position Details:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Pod Leader to oversee a team of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) responsible for reviewing patient charts and managing patient care. The Pod Leader will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of patient records, enhancing patient outcomes through effective case management, and fostering a collaborative environment within the healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and support a team of LPNs. Provide guidance and leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and accurate documentation. Provide education for assigned care coordinators when necessary.
- Patient Care Coordination: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical, social, and emotional needs.
- Case Management: Monitor and evaluate patient progress, making necessary adjustments to care plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and address any gaps in care.
- Documentation Oversight: Ensure the accuracy and completeness of patient electronic medical records (EMR). Review patient records to confirm that they reflect the conditions and treatment requirements of each patient.
- Reporting and Improvement: Complete and review reports to identify and address patient care gaps and reduce hospitalizations. Implement strategies to enhance care delivery and patient satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in an acute care or managed care setting preferred. Experience with Geriatric behavioral health is a plus.
- Skills: Proficient in conducting patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and utilizing EMR systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Attributes: Responsible, patient, and capable of leading a team with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining accurate records.
Benefits:
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Company Sponsored Life Insurance
- Short and Long term Disability
- Paid Time Off
Salary Range: $85,000.00 per year
EEO/AAP Statement: MedElite is an equal-opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. MedElite is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.
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