• Current, unrestricted, compact nursing license as a Registered Nurse required.
• Specialty certification desired (i.e. CCHP, ACHE, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration/related field preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in healthcare administration setting preferred.
• Two (2) years of correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Flexibility to manage multiple different contracts and consent degrees.
• Empathetic understanding of inmates/patients in a correctional facility; emotional stability, patience, tact; alertness’ and keenness of observation.
• Ability to maintain appropriate relationships and clinically therapeutic boundaries with incarcerated individuals.
• Able to travel up to 100%.
• Must maintain a current CPR certification.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirement.
• Must follow YesCare and departmental policies and procedures at all times.

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.

The Travel Health Services Administrator (Travel HSA) reports to the Director, Patient Care Services and is the chief administrative manager of the on-site health services department.  The Travel HSA is accountable for the delivery of contract services and ensuring that YesCare complies with all aspects of the client contract.  In addition to managing the site budget, the Travel HSA constructs and supervises an annual operational plan.  The Travel HSA is responsible for developing and maintaining positive, professional, collaborative relationships with clients (warden, supervisor, and/or equivalent client role, and ensuring customer satisfaction. 

Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Travel Health Services Administrator with YesCare:

• Manages the healthcare delivery system and coordinates with the other functions within the institution.
• Manages the budget and financial performance of the site. Submits timely and accurate reports to supervisor and/or corporate office.
• Implements appropriate work structure and processes to accomplish goals for patient care specific to contract requirements and healthcare policy and procedures.
• Develops and/or supervises the facility operational plan. Directs the activities of the assigned staff. 
• Ensures nursing practice conforms to state licensure, accreditation, and regulatory agency requirements in the clinical setting.
• Ensures that nursing records and nursing documentation are correctly maintained.
• Manages labor, ensuring the site is staffed according to contractual commitments and supervises staff scheduling.
• Coordinates or participates in the interviewing and selection of staff and Independent Contractors.
• Ensures orientation of new YesCare personnel by conducting or coordinating all initial new hire and annual orientation and training activities.
• Ensures site utilization and compliance with all YesCare and applicable client systems and applications.
• Coordinates the Medical Audit Committee and facilitates the monthly meetings.
• Secure and maintain accreditation/inspections (i.e., PREA, ACA, NCCHC, etc.) at a time specified by management for the Facility.
• Ensures site compliance with correctional and YesCare policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with Hospital Administrators and other external providers the delivery of services at hospitals or other external health services locations outside the institution.
• Demonstrates objectivity, thoroughness, insightfulness, and probing behaviors when approaching problems.
• Demonstrates accountability for ensuring an environment where professional conflict resolution is valued.
• Acts as a liaison with other operating units, agencies, and outside officials.
• Adheres to and enforces all safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ensures annual performance evaluations are conducted and completed with all personnel, including peer reviews.
• Ensures QIP (Quality Improvement Plans) are completed accurately and timely for submission.
• Participates in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Activities.
• Participates in Patient Safety Event Committee Meeting as needed.
• May counsel and discipline employees as warranted by breach of YesCare policies and procedures.
• Exercises discretion and independent judgment in decision-making process, planning, directing, conserving, and controlling the management of the facility.
• Attends meetings, regional and corporate, as required.
• Accepts periodic weekend and on-call cell phone responsibilities.
• Assists with filling in shifts as needed (if licensed nurse).
• Upholds all rules and regulations governing patient confidentiality,
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YesCare Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• 401k with matching funds
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Continuing Education Reimbursement

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