Population Health Nursing Specialist
7 days ago
Bonus Eligible: $5K
What we offer:
- Generous vacation time based on budgeted hours, e.g., 41 hours/week = 26 days annually
- Sick time accrued based on usage
- Comprehensive 401(k) and Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefit options
- Tuition reimbursement available after 3 months of employment
- Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers
- Opportunities for career growth through career ladders and committee involvement
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Population Health Nursing Specialist plays a pivotal role in overseeing and improving clinical workflows within healthcare practices to achieve PCMH level 3 recognition. This position involves identifying and managing a population of individuals with specific healthcare needs through a tailored stratification process that leverages data from various sources, including patient visits, claims, lab results, and hospital admissions/discharges.
You will collaborate with clinical staff, physicians, and quality committees to enhance patient outcomes, particularly for those with chronic diseases, by ensuring timely and appropriate healthcare coordination.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in Connecticut is mandatory.
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience in a community health setting, particularly working with vulnerable populations, is essential.
COMPETENCIES:
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills with effective communication abilities in English, both verbal and written
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to multitask, work independently, and demonstrate initiative
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or conditions associated with the role. Duties may evolve over time.
- Collaborate with physicians and staff to identify vulnerable patients, in alignment with PCMH standards.
- Act as a resource for referral departments on clinically-required authorization calls.
- Support practices lacking LPN staff, including assisting with treatment care plan development.
- Review and implement essential PCMH processes within physician offices.
- Engage in advanced research for future PCMH standards.
- Provide ongoing practice support to ensure adherence to clinical standards.
- Identify clinical quality initiatives and facilitate their implementation across practices.
- Participate in regular team and peer review meetings, and join departmental committees as necessary.
- Foster a collaborative team environment and maintain patient confidentiality adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by management.
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