UAS Assessment Nurse (RN)

UAS Assessment Nurse (RN)

Bronx, NY

This is a fee-for-service position. In order to be considered for this job you MUST have a valid RN license in the state of NY and prior UAS experience.

Rates are paid per visit

Pay: Initial visit- $165.00 per visit; Reassessment- $140.00 per visit

About Us:

With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care and is a leading national home care agency. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

Why Choose Us:

• Employee Recognition Programs: We acknowledge and celebrate your contributions.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer an inclusive package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Long-Term Disability Coverage to ensure access to quality medical care while promoting overall wellness.

• Generous Paid Time Off: We provide generous paid time off to ensure you can recharge and return to work refreshed, leading to greater productivity and job satisfaction. We support a healthy work-life balance.

• Retirement Benefits: We offer a 401k plan to secure your financial future and help you save for retirement.

• Life Insurance: We offer company paid life insurance providing peace of mind and financial protection for you and your loved ones.

• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development: Empowering you to thrive and grow.

• Employee Assistance Program: Supporting the well-being of you and your family.

• Perks Program: Exclusive deals and offers on products, services, and experiences you need and love.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment, whether in a teaching hospital or urgent care setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient education and advocacy. As a UAS Assessor , you will conduct in-person assessments for clients to evaluate their eligibility and ongoing needs, contributing to crucial care and support plans.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct UAS assessments for clients to determine their level of care and support needs.
• Utilize the Uniform Assessment System (UAS) tool to document assessment results accurately.
• Provide compassionate and professional interactions with clients in various community settings.
• Submit completed assessments within designated timeframes and maintain detailed records.
• Collaborate with other care providers to ensure a comprehensive assessment process.
• Attend required training sessions and stay informed of assessment updates.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse, currently licensed and registered to practice in New York State.
• UAS-NY Certified
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Experience in Home Care, case management, or long-term home care.
• Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing and directing the work of others required.
• Experience in Intake or an admission team of PACE is highly desirable, including completion of UAS-NY Assessments.
• Proficient with DOH UAS assessment instrument.

Experience:

• UAS-NY Certified

License/ Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN License (Required)

Job Type:

Fee for Service, Per diem

Salary:

$140.00-$165.00 per visit