CLINICAL SPECIALIST NURSE Home Health

Kline Galland Benaroya Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Home Health team. This is an in-office role focused on supporting patients and clinicians through telephonic and virtual outreach, quality assurance, and interdisciplinary collaboration to maximize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Support & Telehealth
Provide expert clinical guidance to nurses, therapists, and aides through phone consultations, interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, and in-person interactions
Conduct telephonic and virtual patient assessments and follow-up visits
Monitor patient progress, manage care plans, and document interventions
Quality Assurance & Improvement
Review clinical documentation and patient data to identify improvement opportunities
Implement quality initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices
Conduct outreach calls to patients and families to assess satisfaction and quality of care
Care Coordination
Serve as a clinical liaison between providers, patients, and caregivers to align goals of care
Collaborate with intake teams to review referrals and ensure smooth patient onboarding
Plan of Care Management
Develop and oversee initial and recertification Plans of Care (POCs)
Ensure care plans are comprehensive, appropriate, and compliant
Identify patients who may benefit from telehealth/virtual services
Leadership & Collaboration
Provide education and mentorship to clinical staff on best practices and new technologies
Lead or participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
Partner with leadership to promote high-quality patient care
Additional Duties
Analyze clinical data and prepare outcome reports
Perform in-person visits on a PRN basis
Participate in Administrator On-Call rotation
Support additional initiatives as assigned by the Clinical Leadership Team
Active RN or LPN in Washington State or RN or LPN Multistate license
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in home health or a related setting
Strong clinical expertise in managing complex patient conditions
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with telehealth platforms and EMR systems (preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills
Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth:

Competitive pay
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer, provides relief on student loans!
403b with employer contribution
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Leave
Mileage reimbursement
Continuing education / CEU support
Flexible scheduling options
Supportive and mission-driven team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement