Registered Nurse - Field Assessor - LTS

Summary This position is not eligible for benefits. As a Registered Nurse Field Assessor (FA), you will complete Long Term Care insurance assessments. These hands-off assessments require you to obtain claimant demographics, physician information, a current medication list, and evaluate the claimant’s functional level of independence. Responsibilities The assessment process involves completing a brief cognitive screening and evaluating the claimant’s ability to complete ADL and IADL tasks. The ideal candidate will be technologically savvy and able to use a point of care web application/system on a laptop or tablet, in real time for documentation purposes. Demonstrate good clinical reasoning and judgement as it relates to assessing ADL performance, cognition, and home safety. Be comfortable with the use of point of care technology when completing assessments. Education and Experience • Current, unencumbered RN licensure in state of practice. • Minimum of 2 years of home health experience or 2 years nursing experience in an equivalent area of practice serving the older adult population. • Willingness to obtain a professional liability insurance policy. • Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation. LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. #J-18808-Ljbffr