Field, Assessment RN, $10,000, Sign-On Bonus, Bilingual Spanish/English, Bronx, NY - Healthfirst : Job Details

*Great opportunity for any RN, nursing background - recent nursing grads and experienced nurses are all welcome to apply!This is a field based role. You will work in the field either a 4 day or 5 day work schedule.These are the highlights of the assessment nurse position-* $10,000, Sign-On Bonus, Competitive salary & annual bonus* Field either 4 days10 hours or 5 days 8 hours work schedule.* No weekends/holidays/night shifts* 24 days of PTO, 29 days after 1 year of employment* Comprehensive benefit plan options* Extensive 4-6 week training program* Community based nursing* Dedicated, supportive & tenured teamIf you are passionate about what you do and want to work for a company that is focused on the future and dedicated to making a difference in people's lives, then Healthfirst is for you.As an Assessment RN you will visit members in their homes at intervals required by the Department of Health (DOH) and complete appropriate documentation to determine members' enrollment, service needs, and continued plan eligibility. This position coordinates with Care Management Team (CMT) to maintain efficient and effective operations of Healthfirst's long term care plans such as CompleteCare, FIDA, and Senior Health Partners.The Assessment RN makes field assessments in and around Bronx, New York at intervals required by the Department of Health (DOH) and completes appropriate documentation to determine members' enrollment, service needs, and continued plan eligibility. This position coordinates with Care Management Team (CMT) to maintain efficient and effective operations of Healthfirst's long term care plans.Duties and Responsibilities:* RN Conducts assessments for prospective members and re-assessments of current members as well as identify enrollment and or eligibility by utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking skills. As needed, conducts assessments in settings other than home e.g. skilled nursing facilities.* RN conducts In-person Care Management visits in support of person-centered service planning.* RN Completes assessment of members needs due to changing conditions.* Reviews previous nursing assessments/medical notes to determine necessary adjustments/updates in Care Plan and/or to assist with nursing home placement eligibility.* Coordination with home care agencies, vendors, pharmacies, medical providers and CMT regarding needs identified.* Provides commnity based education for our frail population including self care and preventative care.* Additional duties as assigned,including care management tasks as needed.Minimum Qualifications:* New York State RN license.* Ability to travel in and around Bronx, New York.* Unexpired NY state driver's license or NYS ID* Bilingual Spanish/EnglishPreferred Qualifications:* Geriatrics* Home Care* Discharge Planning* Case Management* Medical Surgical Nursing* Electronic patient health information (PHI) database experience* Knowledge of health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare and MLTCP* Experience working with a frail adult or elderly population with the ability to determine appropriate care plans and services for frail population as well as negotiate initial service plans so that members and families are in agreement* Time management, critical/creative thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills* Field experience assessing, planning, and evaluating member's/patient's care* Demonstrated ability handling heavy caseloads* Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 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Healthfirst will never ask you for money during the recruitment or onboarding process.Hiring Range*:* Greater New York City Area (NY, NJ, CT residents): $81,100 - $117,470* All Other Locations (within approved locations): $71,600 - $106,505As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, licenses and certifications, and any other factors Healthfirst deems pertinent to the hiring decision.In addition to your salary, Healthfirst offers employees a full range of benefits such as, medical, dental and vision coverage, incentive and recognition programs, life insurance, and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Healthfirst believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package wherever its employees work and live.* The hiring range is defined as the lowest and highest salaries that Healthfirst in good faith would pay to a new hire, or for a job promotion, or transfer into this role.