6. Professional Development/Clinical Competencies The ACA demonstrates accountability for clinical competency in care delivery 6.1 Demonstrates accountability and responsibility for own practice 7. Clinical Responsibilities ACA performs the following clinical functions as per scope of practice. Clinical functions may vary and are identified by the clinical service area re

1. Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit. 2. Carries out treatments per MD orders. Reports off to RN case manager and/or clinical manager. 3. Reports all changes in condition to MD. 4. Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan. 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow up with provider or

1. Assesses/reassesses patients and establishes plans of care that are patient specific. 2. Collaborates with providers, other disciplines, and communicates all changes promptly. 3. Assesses payment sources and is responsible for ensuring ongoing authorizations as necessary. 4. Educates and instructs patients/caregivers in their ongoing medical maintenance. Begins dischar

1. Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, engages in selected tasks and activities as directed to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and response to treatment. 1.1 Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN 2. Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, performs technical