Homecare Assessor - Galway

Osborne Recruitment; Galway; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel card

Job summary

Osborne Recruitment seeks a Clinical Homecare Assessor for the Galway region. The role involves assessing patients’ medical conditions, determining care needs, and planning home-based care in collaboration with medical professionals.

The assessor will conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized care plans, coordinate with PHN and therapists, educate clients and families, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related healthcare field is required; higher degree or certification in home healthcare preferred.
• Valid nursing license or relevant professional certification as required by the state or country of practice
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in hospital or community healthcare settings, focused on client assessment and care planning
• Experience with home healthcare regulations and HSE systems advantageous
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant software for documentation

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of clients' medical conditions, functional abilities, and psychosocial needs to determine eligibility for home-based healthcare services.
• Develop individualized care plans based on the assessment findings, outlining tasks, interventions, and goals.
• Collaborate with PHN, therapists, and other healthcare professionals for a multidisciplinary approach to care.
• Educate clients and families about their care plan, self-care techniques, and safety measures.
• Educate HCAs on clients’ needs and facilitate handover with the HCAs.
• Coordinate with the home support office to arrange necessary healthcare services, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, reviews, and client progress in the EHR and other systems.
• Create weekly reports for management and administrators.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery and compliance

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related healthcare field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Homecare Assessor - Galway

Here at Osborne, we are currently working with a very well-established reputable client specialising in Homecare across the country. We are currently hiring anAssessorforGalway. The Clinical Homecare Assessor will be working closely with medical professionals and other healthcare providers, the Clinical Homecare Assessor evaluates patients' medical conditions, assesses their needs, and determines the appropriate level of care and support required for home-based treatment.

Locations: Galway region

Salary: €38,000 plus fuel card

Hours: 40 hours per week (Flexibility needed for weekend work)

• Full Drivers License AND access to a car
• Experience or qualification in Healthcare Administration / Nursing / Social care work or related field isESSENTIAL
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience
• Existing authorisation to work in Ireland

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of Clients' medical conditions, functional abilities, and psychosocial needs to determine their eligibility for home-based healthcare services
• Including environmental, decision making, financial and medication risk assessments
• Develop individualised care plans based on the assessment findings, outlining appropriate tasks, interventions, and goals for the Client's well-being
• Collaborate with PHN, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to gather and exchange information, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to Client care
• Educate Clients and their families about their care plan, self-care techniques, and safety measures to promote understanding and adherence to the care plan
• Educate the HCAs on clients’ needs and assess for suitability and facilitate handover with the HCAs.
• Coordinate with the home support office to arrange necessary healthcare services, medical equipment, and supplies required for homecare
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, care plans, reviews, and Client progress in a timely manner, adhering to legal and regulatory requirements
• Update all relevant information to the company software, the supervisors, managers, and administrators.
• Create a weekly report for management and the administrators
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for enhancing care delivery processes and ensuring compliance with established standards and protocols

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related healthcare field. A higher degree or certification in home healthcare or clinical assessment is preferred
• Valid nursing license or relevant professional certification as required by the state or country of practice
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a hospital or community healthcare setting, with a focus on Client assessment and care planning
• Strong understanding of medical conditions, treatment modalities, and care protocols relevant to homecare. Familiarity with home healthcare regulations and HSE systems is advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and Client-centered approach to care
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant software for documentation, communication, and data analysis

Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.