The Home Health Clinical Manager oversees the delivery of high-quality patient care in a home health setting. This role involves managing clinical staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating care to meet patient needs. The Clinical Manager acts as a leader, mentor, and liaison between staff, patients, and administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Staff Supervision : Manage and support a team of nurses, therapists, and aides, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
- Care Coordination : Oversee patient care plans, ensuring individualized, effective, and timely interventions in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Compliance : Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as agency policies, including Medicare / Medicaid standards and Joint Commission accreditation.
- Quality Assurance : Monitor clinical outcomes, conduct audits, and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
- Patient Advocacy : Address patient and family concerns, ensuring satisfaction and resolving issues promptly.
- Documentation : Review and approve clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Budget Oversight : Assist in managing departmental budgets, optimizing resources while maintaining care standards.
- Education and Training : Provide ongoing staff education on clinical best practices, new regulations, and agency protocols.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration : Work with administrative staff, case managers, and external partners to streamline operations and improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.Licensure : Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.Experience : Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in home health or related field, supervisory or management role.Skills :Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge of home health regulations and reimbursement processes (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid).Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and clinical software.Problem-solving and decision-making skills.Certifications : Home Health Care Certification (preferred); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.