Clinical Liaison Full Time

Brooks-Rehabilitation; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Vacation/Paid time off

Job summary

Brooks Rehabilitation seeks a Nurse Liaison to evaluate referrals, coordinate recommendations, and promote rehabilitation services. You will assist in planning interdisciplinary programs at Brooks Inpatient and maintain productive relationships with referral sources and physicians.

The role includes directing pre-admission processes and supporting staff education. The position emphasizes collaboration with hospital teams, continuous improvement, and involvement in community outreach and

Qualifications

• Nursing licensure required (RN or LPN) or therapy credentialed (PT/OT/COTA/PTA).
• Continued education and credentials required to maintain practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referrals and coordinate rehabilitation services.
• Assist planning and development of interdisciplinary programs.
• Promote Brooks Rehabilitation services to referral sources.
• Maintain relationships with referral sources and physicians.
• Coordinate patient admissions and pre-admission screening.
• Support education for staff and participation in committees.

Education

RN/LPN/BSN/MSN

PT/OT/COTA/PTA

Job description

The Nurse or Therapist Liaison evaluates referrals and provides the recommendations and coordination of services needed to respond to the individuals’ rehabilitation needs. Assist in planning, development, organizing, and coordinating interdisciplinary rehabilitation programs at Brooks Inpatient. Promotes the services and programs of Brooks to the referral sources. Able to develop and maintain relationships with referral sources.Responsibilities:Initiates treatment planning process by identifying necessary services, funding and treatment options and long-term goals as expressed by the patient/family.Performs clinical, psychosocial, and benefits/resources assessments for referred patients, to evaluate for admission. (Pre-admission screening)Utilizes monitoring and evaluation of services and outcomes to provide orientation and educational programs to meet customer needs.Participates in appropriate hospital committees and events.Orients patient/family to their role in the interdisciplinary team.Facilitates an ongoing communication system for staff, client/families, physicians, and referral sources.Assists with continuing education/in services for staff to implement new policies and procedures, and updates staff on changes in practice.Assumes responsibility for personal computer, various office supplies and equipment, and the safe operation of hospital vehicles.Implements external marketing activities to promote programs/services to community agencies, insurance companies, hospitals, physicians, private rehabilitation providers, and prospective clients.Consults with physicians, social workers/discharge planners in all levels of care in reference to patients’ rehabilitation potential and earlier transfers to rehabilitation center if medically stable. This includes, acute care hospitals, long term acute care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, home referrals and fax referrals.Initiates early patient/family teaching while patient is still in acute care; introduces patient/family to the rehabilitation process.Acts as a resource person to other departments, team members, physicians, and students for the Brooks Health Care system.Participates in inter- and intra-institutional educational programs.Participates and supports clinical studies in the Center, as needed.Participates in community projects, as assigned.May perform other assigned duties.Qualifications:Licensed Nurse (RN, LPN, BSN, MSN) or therapist (PT, OT, COTA, PTA)Maintains confidentiality of patient information.Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards.Assumes responsibility for maintaining required continuing education and other necessary credentials.Meets all required mandatory in services.Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions.Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code.Promotes a positive image of the hospital to outside agencies and the public.Participates in performance improvement activities as needed.Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.Shows courtesy, compassion, and respect.Exhibits values of the organization.Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standardsLocation: 3599 University Blvd S Jacksonville Fl, 32216Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per weekCompensation: Experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:Competitive PayComprehensive Benefits packageVacation/Paid Time OffRetirement PlanEmployee DiscountsClinical Education and Professional Development Programs