I. JOB SUMMARY:

     Responsible for clinical oversight of the Rosa Coplon Long Term Home Health Care Program and Menorah Licensed Home Care Program

II. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

Manages and directs home care services provided by the programsProvides clinical oversight to both the LTHHCP and MLHC Program.Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Community Service during their absencePlans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the LTHHCP and MLHC ProgramRecruits and hires qualified professional staff for the program.Completes performance evaluations of staff assigned. Plans and participates in orientation and in-service programs. Assists in the preparation and administration of the program budget. Determines the staffing pattern to accomplish program objectives. Serves as a resource and consultant to staff. Participates in development, review, and revision of policies and procedures of the Program. Develops job descriptions for the Program as requested. Coordinates the Program's services with the services provided by other community agencies. Serves as chairperson of the Professional Advisory Committee.Serves as the liaison to the community for the LTHHCP and MLHC.

 III. OTHER JOB DUTIES:

Knowledge of the Department of Health and CMS guidelines. Knowledge and ability to apply community health principles and practices.Ability to manager program personnel. Ability to work independently within the framework of the team setting. Ability to enlist the cooperation of many people in furthering the program. 

IV. JOB SKILLS:

Represents agency on community boards and committees. Facilitates establishing of goals and objectives. Monitors service delivery through review of patient records to determine adequacy of documentation, utilizing services, plan of care outcomes. Interprets agency policy and procedure to staff. Initiates or participates in patient centered conferences to improve general patient care. 

V. JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.  Master’s Degree in Nursing or a field relevant to Community Health Nursing Administration is required if more than 30 full-time or equivalent professional staff positions are budgeted.

License/Certification:

License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.

VI. PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Normal office environmentClient's homes:Long Term Office Area