POSITION SUMMARY:

This position works with the Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse Specialist II providing consultation to clinical staff regarding wound management and ostomy care regarding patients on care with home health and hospice. This person acts as a consultant in a hospital setting in accordance with state licensure requirements, accreditation guidelines, Title 22 regulations, and the organization’s policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Current RN license for the state of California.
• Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON)
• Two years experience in home healthcare or acute care in this specialty.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manages Wound Advisor, verifies that each wound type and protocols are appropriate and current. Initiates revisions to plan of treatment as necessary.
• Using Wound Advisor, a software program that allows photographs of patients’ wounds to be uploaded to the e-record, is able to provide consultation to clinicians and physicians regarding wound care.
• Manages Wound Advisor protocols and makes changes as appropriate.
• Mentors staff in use of Wound Advisor.
• Provides educational classes for the staff as needed in coordination with the Director of Education.
• Provides education and instruction to patients and their families.
• Participates and instructs in specialty related inservices for the organization and external professional organizations/associations as appropriate/required.
• Participates in QI process related to specialty services.
• Demonstrates knowledge of OASIS documents, performs OASIS visits as needed on appropriate patients (ostomy or difficult wounds).
• Interacts with insurance coordinator and DME provides as appropriate.
• Acts as a liaison for the agency with hospitals and other referral sources and provides them with specialty (CWON) information and instruction.
• In collaboration with Team Coordinators and Case Manager ensures prior authorizations are completed in accordance with policy.
• Proactively ensures patients have correct supplies.
• Attends and participates in weekly case conferences.
• Identifies health and safety risks and implements risk reduction strategies for self and others according to organization’s policies and procedures.
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues.
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Monitors case communication follow up notes, e-mail and mailbox and takes appropriate action in a timely fashion.
• Accurately and timely records and reports hours worked as required by state regulations.
• Demonstrates assertiveness, leadership and good interpersonal skills with physicians and clinicians. Maintains good internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Maintains a positive and respectful professional attitude.
• Acts as a positive role model within and outside the agency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for continuity of physical therapy treatment and instruction of home health care patients. Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, to detect, assess, prevent, correct, alleviate and limit physical disability, movement, dysfunction, bodily malfunction and pain from injury, disease and any other bodily conditions, in accordance with accreditation requirements, Title 22, licensure regulations and Livingston’s policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of an Associate Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current California Physical Therapy Assistant License.
• Current BLS certification.
• Two years’ successful experience in the healthcare setting. At least one year of community health rehabilitation or home health experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs physical therapy treatment as prescribed by the referring physician under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, and in accordance with the Livingston procedure manual and reviews treatment plan as indicated.
• Monitors and progresses patients in use of therapeutic and self-care activities to improve function and increase independence, and reports these findings to the supervising physical therapist.
• Instructs family members, caregivers, and Livingston personnel involving them in the treatment program by encouraging them to follow through with those procedures that they can safely perform or supervise.
• Communicates with the patient’s physician and the Physical Therapist on a regular basis to keep him/her apprised of the patient’s plan of care, responses, and status and ensures physicians’ orders are followed according to Livingston policy.
• Communicates, coordinates, and consults with other interdisciplinary team members regarding the patient’s plan of care and status, including case conferences.
• Meets daily average productivity standard set by Livingston (if full-time employee).
• Documents skilled care and other patient-related forms, accurately, timely and appropriately for reimbursement, regulatory and compliance mandates.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Home Care Aide is responsible for providing services to clients at home needing care and assistance during the day and/or night under the direction of Livingston CareGivers policies, protocols and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

• Current CPR certification
• CA Home Care Aide Registration ID
• Minimum age of 18 years required
• Good verbal, written and reading skills in English
• Be able to drive yourself to and from your assignments
• Previous experience applicable to position

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR credential

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists clients with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutritional needs, and household activities to ensure a safe and clean environment.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with the client, family, and/or caregiver regarding client’s needs and the services provided.
• Utilizes techniques of positioning, body mechanics and body alignment.
• Understands rationale and principles related to maintenance of skin integrity and need for infection control.
• Ensures client’s rights, including confidentiality of care.
• Conducts services in a caring, professional and ethical manner at all times.
• Assists with performance of procedures to ensure the physical well being and comfort of the client.
• Responds appropriately to emergencies.
• Participates with office schedulers and the Livingston CareGivers Director in a plan for client services and scheduled home visits.
• Submits legible, timely and accurate documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
• Able to work independently including prioritizing schedule of visits with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to work weekend requirements and variable shifts as needed.
• Must be dependable and able to report to assignments on time.
• Communicates in a timely manner with office staff regarding delayed arrivals or absences from assignments.
• Maintains a positive, respectful and professional attitude.
• Participates in process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Performs all tasks according to policies regarding Infection Control and Universal Precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.