Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
ArchCare at Terence Cardinal Cooke Health Care Center
New York, NY

Nurse Liaison

Overview ArchCare Program: ArchCare at Home Overview: ArchCare cares for people of all ages and faiths where they are most comfortable and best able to receive it - at home, in the community and in nursing homes. As the Continuing Care Community of the Archdiocese of New York, we see enhancing the lives of our elders and others who need extra help to stay healthy and live life to its fullest as more than just a job. To us, it's a privilege and our calling. Benefits/Perks: * Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, and holidays. * Participation in 403 (b) * Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance * Discounted memberships: Plum Benefits, NYSC Gym * Pay for work-related eligible commuter expenses with pre-tax dollars Responsibilities Responsibilities: The Nurse Liaison facilitates the transfer of patients from a hospital or skilled nursing facility to the care of the home health agency in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and Agency policies. * Works with the Hospital team to assess patient's home-care needs and establishs a discharge plan. * Interviews patients and families to assess the patient's understanding of illness and determine patient's home environment and support system. * Evaluates patient's level of comprehension of procedures and/or treatment to be performed. * Explains home health agency services and policies to patient and family. * Assesses third-party coverage and determines if coverage is sufficient to cover the patient's needs at home. * Makes referrals to other agencies if additional services are needed, such as meals from a nutrition center, volunteer services, etc. Job Type: Full Time Salary: $114,000-$118,000 Qualifications Qualifications: * Current New York State license as a Registered Nurse. Education: * Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an approved school is preferred.