PAI Coordinator Rehab

PAI Coordinator Rehab

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) PAI Coordinator Rehab you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Memorial Satilla Health which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The IRF Patient Assessment Instrument Coordinator functions under the Rehab Program Director. Provides coordination for the timely and accurate completion of the Patient Assessment Instrument for each rehabilitation inpatient. This individual provides clinical support in completion of data contained in the PAI for each patient to ensure accuracy in the scoring of functional status and reflection of the patient's care needs. In addition, this position may assist in the ongoing monitoring of identified benchmarks for the inpatient population. The IRF-PAI Coordinator will have access to confidential patient information and maintain confidentiality of all information.

Accountabilities:

• Thoroughly researches clinical documentation for evidence of co-morbid conditions. Verifies accuracy of coding under direction of attending Rehab physician.
• Responsible for staff education to improve functional outcome score accuracy.
• Reviews clinical documentation and makes recommendations to clinical supervisors in areas needing improvement to support and validate rehab criteria compliance.
• Oversees/completes and ensures the accuracy and the completion of the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) prior to electronic transmission.
• Serves as an information source and educator to IRF-PAI users.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team member to make the most accurate assessment of the needs and strengths of patients.
• Maintain a current knowledge of the PAI software and provides expertise on this software within the inpatient rehab setting.
• Provides ongoing education to the staff of the hospital to ensure accurate and timely completion of the PAI.
• Maintain updated and ongoing knowledge of the regulations concerning the PAI and its completion within the inpatient rehab setting.
• Verifies appropriate CMG designation through chart review, staff interview and collaboration with Rehab Medical Director.
• Coordinates the completion of the admission assessment of the PAI by the fourth (4th) day of the patient's stay and the fifth (5th) day following discharge for each inpatient rehabilitation patient. May require discussions/interactions with various staff members concerning differences in reported functional status to complete the PAI. Submits completed IRF-PAI to HIM department for coding transmittal.
• Periodically audits PAI, clinical documentation and billing information to ensure accuracy and consistency of documentation. Works closely and collaboratively with all members of the clinical team to ensure compliance at all levels.
• Demonstrates effective critical thinking skills.
• Safety: Provides an environment conductive to safety for patients, visitors and staff.
• Utilizes appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing and educating coworkers and staff.
• Promotes participation, cooperation and teamwork. Demonstrates problem solving in resolving issues. Demonstrates clear and effective communication skills.
• Participates in leadership meeting.
• Performs duties in accordance with unit specific standards of care as evidenced by completion of a competency skills check list.
• Oversees care of all patients on unit, providing support and expertise to staff.
• Ensures quality of patient care and assists in patient care as necessary.
• Responsible for workflow of unit by ensuring proper staff levels.
• Continually assesses and assigns patient care.
• Assists with annual reviews for staff members as directed by Clinical Director.
• Ensures that all staff attends mandatory in- service.
• Communicates effectively to staff changes in policies/procedures and other information received.
• Handles patient, visitor or physician complaints promptly and in a professional manner.
• Represents unit on various hospital committees and internal rehab committees.
• Coordinates QA summary and audits.
• Documents monthly statistics (QA).
• Assists staff members with patient care duties.
• Interacts with patient, family, staff and physicians in a professional manner at all times.
• Ensures staff complete job assignments as documented in policy/procedures.
• Ensures that nursing documentation on all charts is complete and accurate.
• Ensures that the unit is free from hazards and enforces all safety procedures.
• Manages and coordinates all unit activities including safety procedures, unit goals and department operations.
• Assists with all other rehab functions as deemed necessary by Clinical Director; case management, completion of PAIs, pre-evaluations and insurance approvals.
• Assumes weekend call responsibilities in rotation with rehab management team members.
• Provides supports by:
• Promoting consistent positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service
• Practicing and adhering to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement"
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Behaviors:
• Acute hospital or rehabilitation setting - Preferred
• Ability to operate basic computer and data management software.
• Honors our Mission and Values: Ability to build trust and act with authenticity to cultivate a culture of dignity and respect. - Required
• Exhibits Compassion: Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and concerns of others and to treat others with the utmost respect, dignity, courtesy and confidentiality. Communicates Effectively: Ability to deliver verbal and written information in a clear, concise manner to ensure comprehension and achieve desired results. - Required
• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree - Required
• 1+ year(s) of experience in RN or Rehab Therapist - Required
• Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Licenses, Certifications, & Training:
• Registered Nurse - Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state in which he or she practices, in accordance with law and regulation. - Or
• Licensed Physical TherapySpeech TherapistOccupational Therapy - Or
• - Required

Memorial Satilla Health, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Memorial Satilla Health is a 230+ bed acute-care hospital serving the Middle-Georgia community for more than 60 years. Our hospital offers key services, including an ER where more than 45,000 emergencies are treated each year, Heart, Orthopedic, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Sleep and Birthing Centers and an extensive Mental Health program for seniors and those suffering with memory loss.

At Memorial Satilla Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our Waycross community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way. Waycross and its neighboring town of Blackshear, collectively offer excellent public schools, an active art and theater group, several golf courses, and an excellent array of hiking, fishing, camping and boating fun.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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