Clinical Evaluator

National Health Care Associates; Town of Catskill (NY); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

National Health Care Associates is seeking a Clinical Evaluator to assess residents' health, functional abilities, and care needs across our Catskill-area facilities. You will drive personalized care plans and liaise with hospitals, social workers, and families to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires an active NY RN or LPN license, 3 years in long-term care, and strong communication in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active NY RN or LPN license.
• 3 years of clinical or case management exp in long-term care.
• Experience in discharge planning and marketing activity.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach with strong communication.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of residents' health, function, and care needs.
• Evaluate functional abilities and care requirements with detailed observations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
• Develop relationships with area hospitals and community agencies.
• Educate residents and families about services, procedures, and expectations.
• Monitor progress and update care plans accordingly.
• Advocate for residents and coordinate with providers to address needs.
• Document assessments and care plans accurately and timely.

Skills

RN or LPN license

Clinical experience

Discharge planning

Marketing activity

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Catskill is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location:

154 Jefferson Heights, Catskill, New York, 12414

• !!!! We Have THE MOST affordable health insurance of any LTC facility in the Capitol Region !!!!
• !!! We are the ONLY organization that pays weekly and salary is based on experience !!!
• !! We also offer $5,000 annually in Tuition reimbursement, let us help repay your Nursing School Loans !!
• ! We are certified as a Great Place To Work for 3 years in a row !
• We are a Caring Gene approved employer, IYKYK

What You'll Do

As our Clinical Evaluator, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of residents' health conditions, functional abilities, and care requirements. Your evaluations will drive the development of personalized care plans, ensuring the highest standard of care and well-being of our residents. This role will cover Metro Albany area Hospitals and for placement with The Pines at Glens Falls and Catskill Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, mental, and emotional health to determine the appropriate care setting
• Evaluate functional abilities and care needs through detailed observations and assessments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
• Establish and maintain relationships with social workers, case managers, and other contacts in the healthcare and payor community
• Educate residents and families about facility services, procedures, and care expectations
• Monitor and reassess residents' progress and update care plans accordingly
• Advocate for residents' well-being and coordinate with healthcare providers to address needs
• Document assessments and care plans accurately and in a timely manner

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

Starting from USD $75,000.00/Yr.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications of a Clinical Evaluator include:

• Valid state RN or LPN nursing license
• 3 years of clinical or case management experience in long-term care
• Experience in discharge planning and marketing activity
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.