Resident Care Coordinator - LPN
Company: Brookdale Emerson
Location: Emerson
Posted on: June 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview: Make Lives Better Including Your Own. Free Meals
During Work Hours
Awesome Work Environment
Apply Now and Begin a Rewarding CAREER with Brookdale the Nation's
LARGEST Senior Living Provider Relationships and integrity are the
heart of our culture. They help us create a welcoming and inclusive
community among our residents, associates and patients that feels
like family. They guide us to be open in our communication with
each other, and enable us to make the right decisions for the
people who have entrusted us with their care. Our relationships and
integrity work together to create a positive impact in the lives of
the people we touch. The happiness of those we serve is dependent
on the happiness of our associates, so you'll receive a competitive
compensation and benefits package with additional perks designed to
make you smile. The work you do will be challenging yet rewarding.
You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to
grow your career through professional development, as well as
ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness -
physical, mental, emotional, and financial. Most of all, we believe
you can find purpose, meaning, and the chance to be a part of
something bigger than yourself. If you want to work in an
environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and
military spouses are encouraged to apply. We believe that in order
to best serve our residents and patients, we need to first serve
our associates. One way we do that is through our benefits. Our
offerings include, but are not limited to: Full-time and part-time
associate benefits: · 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan · Benefit plan
package · Pre-tax Commuter Benefit · Associate Compassion Fund ·
Associate Discounts · Identity theft protection · Pet savings and
insurance plans · Voluntary benefits available Full-time associate
benefits: · Extensive Insurance Plans, including medical, dental,
vision, flexible spending account, health savings account and more.
· Paid Time Off · Adoption Benefit · Tuition Reimbursement ·
Company-provided life insurance and accidental death and
dismemberment (AD&D)· Voluntary STD and LTD Please note,
Brookdale has adopted a policy requiring all associates to be fully
vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to limited exemptions based on
medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or applicable
state laws and regulations. Responsibilities: Provides direct
supervision of care giving within the community. Ensures residents
are treated with respect and dignity recognizing individual needs
and encouraging independence. Fosters a homelike atmosphere
throughout the community. Provides direct supervision of resident
care staff, which includes monitoring job performance, conducting
associate performance evaluations, coaching and counseling
associates and conducting and documenting corrective action as
needed.
Coordinates training and education of resident care staff on an
ongoing basis.
Verifies all associate hours on time cards and weekly hour's
report. Completes nursing schedules to assure proper coverage to
meet resident needs and according to budget.
Assigns weekly blood pressures and weights to rotating shifts.
Monitors staff in administration of medication, to include
frequents audits of medication sheets.
Assists the Health and Wellness Director in medication management,
including administration of medications to residents, ordering
medication from pharmacy and maintaining records as dictated in
Brookdale Senior Living policies and procedures manual. Assures
that medications are properly stored, medication carts/cupboards
are cleaned and medication room is organized according to
standards.
Observes residents health status, takes actions to address concerns
within scope of practice, and reports all significant changes,
reactions to medications and treatment or significant incidences to
Health and Wellness Director in a timely manner. Reviews
capabilities of resident who self-administer medications on a
regular basis (refer to state regulations regarding medication
assistance and documentation).
Conducts pre-admission screening of prospective new residents when
assigned by supervisor and updates every six months or as needed.
Assures that all required documentation, including service plans
and nursing assessments, is completed.
Performs ongoing assessments of resident physical and psycho-social
needs and coordinates with nurse to assure quality proactive care
as allowed by state regulation.
Communicates to families regarding resident's personal needs and
achievements. Reminds families of need for scheduled physician,
dental, or eye appointments.
Assists in organizing and developing service plan reviews as
required, with appropriate resident care team members and resident
families.
Observes residents, records significant reactions, and notifies
Executive Director, Health and Wellness Director, physician, and
pharmacist (as applicable) of resident's condition and reaction to
drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
Responds promptly to all emergency calls from residents, including
residents residing in independent section of community.
Performs daily, weekly and monthly safety and infection control
checks of the home and grounds, assisting the Executive Director
and the Health and Wellness Director for resident health and
safety
purposes.
Coordinates monthly staff schedules, arranges replacement staffing
when necessary and maintains clear records of all changes, requests
and irregularities.
Assures in-house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist,
doctor visits, psych visits, labs, x-ray, ambulance, etc. are
scheduled and followed through.
Participates in the maintenance of resident records including
review of documentation performed by resident assistants, monthly
MAR reviews, setting up new resident and thinning records
appropriately.
Participates in department quality improvement activities, to
include completion of quality assurance surveys as assigned by
Executive Director and/or the Health and Wellness Director.
Shares on call duties as required.
Participates in community functions including family socials and
open houses. Communicates with community professionals. This job
description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the
above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a
comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform
all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor. Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Associates degree in health care related field and/or one to two
years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination
of education and experience. Refer to state specific regulations
for qualifications required to assist with medications.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state
certification and follow regulations to maintain certification
currency. Management/Decision Making
Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on
precedents and established guidelines. Solves problems using
standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to
supervisor and when to handle them personally Knowledge and
Skills
Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires
basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work
environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization.
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Office and e-mail
(Microsoft Outlook or Exchange, preferred but not required). Basic
typing skills essential. Ability to manage revenue and expense
budget. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety
of concrete variables in situations where only limited
standardization exists. Ability to write routine reports and
correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of
customers or associates of the company. Ability to effectively
communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral
instructions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
furnished in written, oral, or schedule form. Physical Demands and
Working Conditions Standing
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Walking
Sitting
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift
coverage.
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
On-Call on an as needed basis
Reach with hands and arms
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting
residents
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Exposure to latex
Ability to lift: Up to 25 pounds
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or
biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from
equipment
Vision Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free
workplace.
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