Minimal three years’ experience in acute care and/or rehab setting. Minimal three years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in a health care setting.  Prior experience in long term care preferred
               
Knowledge/Skills:          

   Knowledge of the federal, state and local regulations that affect respiratory care delivery.  Ability to manage people and work effectively with all persons and disciplines.  Must be of good moral character and have sincere desire to work with residents, staff, visitors, insurance personnel and family members.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
 
The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified.  It shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position.
 

• Responsible for initial orientation of all new staff to the department/facility and policies and procedures of the department. 

• Gives input to the Administrator on goals and objectives for the department and implements activities to accomplish them.

• Exhibits characteristics of tact, organizational skills and good interpersonal communication in conferences and basic areas of administration, physical care, clinical education and supervision.

• Acts as a clinical instructor when necessary.

• Encourages continued education for all staff, ensuring each staff member gives at least one in-service for facility each year.  Ensures staff attends all mandatory in-services.

• Provides appropriate supervision of delegated functions for members of the respiratory team while ensuring that treatment plans are carried out in a safe and effective manner.

• Provides on-site evaluations incorporating contact with Social Service Department; review of the client’s medical record, client visit, and other professional contacts as appropriate.

• Provides coordination of admission of residents requiring skilled respiratory services.  Assesses individual’s health needs by reviewing past history, current status and treatment plan.  Counsels resident and/or family concerning available services and suitability of resident’s admission.

• Coordinates the respiratory requirements of each patient admitted to the facility and implementation of the plan of care.  Utilizes cost effective management strategies.

• Monitors and evaluates services and outcomes through resident surveys, chart audits, defines outcome studies.  Assures completion of required quality assurance and program evaluation activities and resulting management reports.

• Advocate for the resident.  Respects and maintains confidentiality of all resident records and uses complete discretion when discussing resident information.

• Liaison between the respiratory department, facility departments, referral sources, community and insurance carriers.

• Schedules staff to meet the needs of the department within guidelines of corporate budget.

• Makes recommendations for purchase of equipment, supplies, forms, etc., and submits appropriate paperwork for approval.

• Maintains sufficient inventory of respiratory supplies at all times to meet day-to-day needs of pediatric residents.

• Participates in the development of departmental budgets, monitors and adheres to budget constraints.

• Assures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.  Provides ongoing consultation regarding changes in Federal and State requirements related to documentation, billingand and payor source utilization.

• Attends continuing education courses to maintain skill level.Complete required personnel functions:  interviewing, reference checking, personnel file maintenance, evaluations and other personnel actions.  Provides a program for orientation of new staff.

• Monitors respiratory staff’s skills, performance and documentation.Completes biweekly payroll in an accurate and timely manner.

• Maintains appropriate billing documentation, labor logs, equipment and supply inventory.

• Completes all required paperwork within appropriate timeframe.

• Respects the confidentiality of all resident records and uses discretion when discussing resident information.

• Carries out all responsibilities according to the policies and procedures of the facility and within the scope of practice of individual licensure, under the direction of the Pediatric Facility Administrator.

REPORTS TO:           DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To carry out works required to repair, maintain, and improve the facility and grounds of Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in order to ensure that we provide an excellent customer experience at all times.

 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:

1.         General cleanliness and maintenance of building and grounds.

2.         Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

3.           Other related duties as assigned

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1.         General cleanliness and maintenance of building and grounds:

            A.         Cleans and maintains stairways, storage areas, boiler room and outdoor areas.

B.         Keeps grounds clear of debris and properly maintained.

C.         Performs repairs on doors, walls, floors, and ceilings.

D.        Completes maintenance work order requests in a timely manner.

E.         Painting, caulking, drywall, pressure washing and sealing

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

•           Education:                                High School diploma or equivalent

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

•           Mobility:                     

•           Lifting:                         Up to 50 lbs.

•           Climbing:                    

•           Bending:                     

•           Pushing:                       Up to 150 lbs.

•           Standing/Sitting:           Approx. ¾ of time of standing

•           Reaching:                    

•           Hearing:                      

•           Speaking:                     Communicates clearly with other employees

 ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

·                     Inside/Outside:                                     Repairs and maintains inside and outside

·                     Heat/Cold:                                            Repairs and maintains inside and outside

·                     Wet/Humidity:                                    

·                     Noise Vibrations:                                  Equipment make noises

·                     Fumes/Odors/Chemical Exposure:         Occasional with proper breathing apparatus

·                     Other Hazards:                                     Climbs ladders, works on roof

Freedom from illegal use of drugs, and freedom from use and effects of the use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.

 REPORTS TO: Director of Respiratory Department

COMPETITIVE WAGES AND NEW GRADS ARE WELCOME TO APPLY!!

 Position Summary: Responsible for direct care, equipment management and other respiratory related duties relevant to delivery of quality care in a safe environment according to the interdisciplinary care plan approach. 

 Qualifications:

1. Current state of Florida license CRT/RRT credentials
2. Acute care and/ or long term care Pediatric and/or geriatric experience
3. CPR certification
4. Proficient in airway and ventilator management for children and/or adults.
5. Ability to communicate effectively
6. Ability to work with others as a team
7. Must be able to function independently
8. Must demonstrate good judgment, tact and patience with others

 Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

1. Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely, to assure patient safety at all times and to assist,

transfer or otherwise move patients and essential equipment Requires standing walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling. The position characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2.     Water exposure through frequent hand washing with soap.

3.     Potential direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infection disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.

General Appearance:

1. Must wear appropriate scrubs and MUST have stethoscope at all times
2. Must be neat and clean with appropriate attire to carry out duties
3. Nails must be trimmed; Jewelry worn should not pose a risk injury.
4. Perfumes and colognes may be respiratory irritant to some and are not allowed.

Responsibilities: 

Carries out all responsibilities according to the policies and procedures of the facility and within the scope of practice of individual licensure, under the direction of the charge nurse Lead Respiratory Therapist.

1. Utilize knowledge and skills to assess and manage the patient respiratory status, including, but not limited to:

a. physical assessment and interpretation-auscultation, performing diagnostic studies (ABG, CBG,etc .), sputum specimens, monitoring and interpretation of SaO2,pCO2, blood gas values, and other diagnostics, assist with procedures, assess patient response to interventions and determine appropriate course of action.

b. airway management-care of artificial airway and cuff, suctioning, positioning, medication      administration, humidification, aspiration precautions.

c. Ventilation management-monitor assess work of breathing, monitor and assess lab values and results of others diagnostic tools, oxygen and medication administration, COPT, postural drainage, monitor and assess patient response to interventions

             2.  Other duties as assigned

 At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Business Office Manager to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

 The Business Office Manager assists in fulfilling the operations and functions of the Business Office department of the facility timely and efficiently, as well as collections of the facility’s Accounts Receivables, participates in Accounts Receivable reviews with the facility regional representative, the Director of Finance and the Administrator of the facility, and actively participates and assists the facility team.

The Business Office Manager Job Responsibilities:

·         Follow up on all timely billed claims and document in the facility EMR (electronic medical record) system on the status of the outstanding AR.

·         Generate monthly private statements for amounts due.

·         Meet with residents and/or responsible parties regarding private amounts due.

·         Submit past due private accounts to facility collection agency when appropriate.

·         Answer and assist residents and/or responsible parties with billing questions.

·         Receive and file all incoming documents.

·         Prepare and reconcile monthly accounts receivables for month end close.

·         Prepare and reconcile yearly Medicare and Medicaid cost report information.

·         Prepare and reconcile monthly the facility Medicare Bad Debt log.

·         Prepare and reconcile monthly the facility bank accounts.

·         Hold weekly Medicaid Pending reviews with any applicable staff to include the Administrator of the facility

·         Manage the facility Resident Funds Management System (RFMS). Appropriately withdrawing, depositing, posting and reconcile the trust on a monthly basis.

·         Maintain current and accurate data in the EMR especially relating to billing functions.

·         Demonstrate respect and compassion with every interaction.

·         All other duties assigned.

Qualified applicants will have the following:

·         A high school diploma or its equivalent. Two-year degree preferred.

·         Minimum, two (2) years’ experience in a skilled nursing facility.

·         Point Click Care experience preferred.

·         National Data Care and RFMS experience preferred.

·         Medicaid Pending knowledge preferred.

·         Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language and possess good communication skills.

·         Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

·         Must possess the ability to handle tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

·         Must be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.

·         Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing sound accounting techniques.

·         Must be able to carry out and understand written and oral instructions.

·         Must be knowledgeable of computers, data entry, retrieval and output of information.

·         Must possess the ability to examine and verify financial documents and reports.

Working Conditions:

·         Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility

·         Able to be mobile which includes lifting up to 20 lbs. of force or force frequently.

·         Essential physical demands include: lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, standing or sitting, reaching, hearing and speaking. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·         Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

 REPORTS TO:         DIRECTOR OF NURSING/

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 1.                  Reviews the Pre-Admission screen prior to admission to determine admission acceptability.  Advises Administrator of any questionable admissions.

 2.                  Completes an admission care plan for the resident.

 3.                  Determines the Assessment Reference Date at time of admission.

 4.                  Advises the unit of the “look back” period and provides the unit with the Certified Nursing Assistant worksheet.

 5.                  Schedules assessments for all Medicare residents to meet PPS guidelines, notifies appropriate staff assessment dates and assures that required time frames are met without exception.

 6.                  Conducts the full assessment on or before Day 5.  Coordinates the completion of the Comprehensive Assessment on or Before Day 14.

 7.                  Notifies the Interdisciplinary Team of the Resident Care Plan meeting.  Coordinates the Care Plan meeting.

 8.                  Completes and faxes to the corporate office the Medicare Verification of Funding form in a timely manner (By Day 5 upon admission and upon RUGS III level change during stay).  Coordinates all RUGS III level changes throughout resident’s stay, working closely with Therapy and Nursing.  Communicates all reimbursement level changes to Business Office Manager as soon as pending level change is identified.

 9.                  Identifies potential discrepancies between therapy provides and RUG III claimed on Medicare A residents.

 10.              Runs draft of all MDS’s prior to locking the MDS on all Medicare A residents.

 11.              Assures all MDS’s are transmitted within the required time frames.

 12.              Attends and actively participates in all utilization review and therapy team conference meetings.

 13.            The Manager on Duty will do facility rounds, checking each department and getting reports from the nursing supervisors. Duties will include, but are not limited to, facility tours for prospective admissions, assisting with resolution of resident concerns and overall facility operations

14.              Others responsibilities assigned

 WORK SCHEDULE:

Days; Monday –Friday. May be required to work Evening shift, Night Shift, Holidays, Weekends as needed. We offer competative pay .

 Required to Participate in Manager on Duty Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

 ·         Education:                         RN, BSN

 ·         Licensure:                          Licensed in the State of Florida

 ·         Work Experience:             Three years in an LTC facility and experienced in MDS

 ·         Computer Literacy:           Must know basic data entry, MDS software

experience preferred

ESSENTIAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

 ·         Ability to ambulate throughout the facility as needed to complete job responsibilities

·         Ability to sit for time required to complete paperwork duties required

·         Able to work flexible hours

·         Concrete organizational skills

·         Outstanding clinical assessment skills

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Able to work well with staff (Nursing, Therapy, Interdisciplinary team members, Business Office)

·         Understands clinical skills and documentation

 ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

 ·         Inside/Outside

·         Heat/Cold

·         Wet/Humidity

·         Noise/Vibrations

·         Fumes/Odors/Chemical Exposure

·         Other Hazards