AlmaVia of San Rafael - Health Care Coordinator

Transforming Age•San Rafael, CA

3d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults? AlmaVia of San Rafael is an enriching assisted living and memory care community in the heart of Marin, part of the Elder Care Alliance family. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents. Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do. Our Health Care Coordinator (LVN) Is Responsible to the Resident Care Director for direct resident care and administration of medications in accordance with the care plan. Trains the Medication Assistants/Technicians and provides oversight to the Medication Program, including monitoring the accuracy of the medication distribution system and ensuring that medications are dispensed per physician orders. Ensures necessary documentation is being performed to meet regulatory requirements and adhere to policy and procedure. Assists with admission and discharges, including performing admissions valuation, assuring that medical records are completed and medical orders confirmed. Performs assessments of residents when there is a change of conditions and follows-up with the appropriate medical team for intervention and notification of family members. Works with the Resident Services Director and the Resident Assistants to ensure the individual resident care needs are being met. Responds to Resident complaints and inquiries in a caring and compassionate manner. Takes initiative to follow through until service or problem is completed and resolved. Monitors the accuracy of the medication distribution system. Ensures that medications are dispensed per physician orders. Makes daily rounds to monitor the care provided and ensure that resident care is performed in keeping with the service plan, and that levels of grooming are appropriate. Monitors that resident's food intake is appropriate and that all documentation is being performed per unit routine. Performs any treatments requiring a license. Performs other duties as assigned. What you need to succeed: Current First Aid Training and Certification. 3-5 years in long term care, home care or related field preferred. Current LPN/LVN license required. Minimum 2 years’ experience in long term care, home care or related field. Acute/skilled nursing community experience preferred. Knowledge about dementia highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of aging process and implications of aging in a social setting. Must understand health care environment and the medical context for older adults. Ability to communicate professionally with residents, families, peers and employees in a multi-cultural environment. Attention to detail. Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems. Completion of a background check. May also include drug screen, physical, TB and fingerprinting per state/local guidelines, Transforming Age is a leading nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of older adults by integrating housing, community services, technology, philanthropy, and partnerships.

Requirements

Current First Aid Training and Certification.
Current LPN/LVN license required.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in long term care, home care or related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of aging process and implications of aging in a social setting.
Must understand health care environment and the medical context for older adults.
Ability to communicate professionally with residents, families, peers and employees in a multi-cultural environment.
Attention to detail.
Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems.
Completion of a background check.
May also include drug screen, physical, TB and fingerprinting per state/local guidelines

Nice To Haves

3-5 years in long term care, home care or related field preferred.
Acute/skilled nursing community experience preferred.
Knowledge about dementia highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Responsible to the Resident Care Director for direct resident care and administration of medications in accordance with the care plan.
Trains the Medication Assistants/Technicians and provides oversight to the Medication Program, including monitoring the accuracy of the medication distribution system and ensuring that medications are dispensed per physician orders.
Ensures necessary documentation is being performed to meet regulatory requirements and adhere to policy and procedure.
Assists with admission and discharges, including performing admissions valuation, assuring that medical records are completed and medical orders confirmed.
Performs assessments of residents when there is a change of conditions and follows-up with the appropriate medical team for intervention and notification of family members.
Works with the Resident Services Director and the Resident Assistants to ensure the individual resident care needs are being met.
Responds to Resident complaints and inquiries in a caring and compassionate manner.
Takes initiative to follow through until service or problem is completed and resolved.
Monitors the accuracy of the medication distribution system.
Ensures that medications are dispensed per physician orders.
Makes daily rounds to monitor the care provided and ensure that resident care is performed in keeping with the service plan, and that levels of grooming are appropriate.
Monitors that resident's food intake is appropriate and that all documentation is being performed per unit routine.
Performs any treatments requiring a license.
Performs other duties as assigned.