Health Coordinator - RN/LPN (Part-Time)

Greensboro•Greensboro, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Few jobs offer the opportunity to make a difference in another person’s life every day. That’s exactly what the professionals at The Memory Care Center from Well-Spring Solutions do. Our dedicated caregivers build strong, loving bonds with the older adults they care for, and in return they receive genuine appreciation from participants and their families. Be appreciated for the difference you make every day! Apply now! PURPOSE: To coordinate and provide health care services within the adult day health/day care program.

Requirements

Shall be at least 21 years of age
Have a current license to practice nursing in North Carolina, with RN / LPN status.
Shall have current CPR and First Aid Certification.
Shall have at least two years work experience, preferably in the human services and/or gerontological nursing area.
Possess the following characteristics: Maturity, good judgment, emotional stability, ability to make decisions and set goals.
Managerial and administrative skills including the ability to supervise staff and to plan and coordinate meaningful staff training.
Knowledge and understanding of the physical and emotional aspects of aging, the diseases and infirmities associated with aging and related medications and rehabilitative measures.

Responsibilities

Complete pre-admission Health Assessment for enrollment into the program
Implement and document the nursing component of the individual care plan, including orders or suggestions, if any, of involved health care professionals.
Monitor member’s response to medical treatment plan and nursing interventions and revise care plan if needed.
Coordinate with other staff and facilitate members use of community health services as needed, i.e. specialized services such as speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health, in-home or overnight respite, referral to neurologist, etc.
Communicate with family caregivers and staff about health concerns, changes and conditions of members.
Report and document results of nursing assessment, care provided and member’s response to the care.
Communicate with members’ physicians as needed to update medication orders, report vital signs, physical and emotional problems, etc.
Coordinate with staff to implement regular health-maintenance services (i.e., vital signs, weight, dental health, general nutrition and hygiene) of members periodically, documenting in member records and notifying caregivers of any significant changes.
Supervise administration of medications, first aid and emergency care and document appropriately.
Supervise the provision of modified and therapeutic diets or supplemental feedings.
Provide other direct nursing services; regularly report/observe functional changes of members.
Conduct monthly member health education programs as required by agency policy.
Participate in scheduled family conferences as team member to provide information about health concerns and conditions of members; counsel with caregivers, taking any follow-up action appropriate.
Communicate with family members by telephone and in person regarding day-to-day problems and concerns.
Provide family members with written information needed, i.e. medications, behavior management, disease-specific (Alzheimer’s Disease or stroke, etc.), nursing homes, etc.
Conduct with staff regular drills in handling different kinds of emergencies and document as outlined in the agency policies.
Assist with the supervision of daily activities in the absence of the Program Director.
Maintain medical supplies as required in state standards.
Assist with Guilford County Health Department Nurse Monitor of Center health care services for state certification requirements.
Assist with the implementation of USDA requirements for nutrition.
Network with other health-care professionals to promote center services and maximize provision of these services.