Liaison (Licensed Practical Nurse)

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Position Summary

The Liaison LPN engages in business development functions with purposes of increasing census and maximizing visibility of the facility as the preferred post acute provider in the community in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

* Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing from accredited college or university

* Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.

* At least two (2) years' of nursing experience

* Prior experience in clinical systems OR Must have prior experience in a post acute setting

Specific Job Requirements

* Willing and able to travel

* Excellent verbal and communication skills

* Valid driver's license in current State with satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards

* Advanced knowledge in field of practice

* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

* Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

* Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

* Conduct patient pre-admission screenings at acute care hospitals or other referring facilities such as rehabilitation hospitals or physician offices

* Understand and effectively navigate managed care process

* Establish productive working relationships with providers

* Meet with physicians and take/clarify physician orders

* Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

* Assist in the evacuation of patients

* Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

* Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

* Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

* Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

* Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer