Field Assessment RN, Bronx, NY - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Spanish)

Job description

The Assessment Nurse makes field assessment visits for members or prospective members around downstate New York at intervals required by the Department of Health (DOH) and completes appropriate documentation to determine members’ enrollment, service needs, and continued plan eligibility. This position coordinates with Care Management Team (CMT) to maintain efficient and effective operations of Healthfirst’s long term care plans such as CompleteCare and Senior Health Partners. Strong technological proficiency is essential for this role as the Assessment Nurse must efficiently navigate multiple technology platforms throughout the course of their day. Duties and Responsibilities: · Conducts home assessments (and virtual assessments, as needed) for prospective members and re-assessments of current members using the Uniform Assessment System (UAS); make enrollment and continued eligibility determinations by utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking skills. As needed, conducts assessments in settings other than home as needed, e.g. skilled nursing facilities or virtually · Navigates multiple technology/digital platforms such as UAS software, electronic medical records, TruCare,...