RN Clinical Liaison (Hospice) - Houston, TX

Description Constellation is looking for a RN Clinical Liaison for the Greater Houston Area The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. As a Hospice & Palliative Care Liaison this individual will be responsible for expanding business opportunities to Hospitals, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, Physician Offices and other community partners. Essential Job Responsibilities as a Registered Nurse Patient Care Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care. Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every 60 days. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required. Communicates with community health-related persons to coordinate the care plan. Additional Duties Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. Instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks. Essential Job Responsibilities as a Liaison CRM (Customer Relations Management) Tool Adherence As a representative of the organization, social platforms must adhere to policy Understanding of the anti-kickback and stark laws You will be responsible for generating Medicare referrals for hospice and/or home care by building relationships with social workers, wellness directors, physicians, and key decision makers. Responsibilities include market analysis, developing sales strategy, goals and plans, conducting sales calls, and evaluating results and effectiveness of sales activity. Will perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualification R