Nursing - Healthcare Coordintator

Active Day•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Healthcare Coordinator coordinates members’ care needs to improve health status and quality of life, help prevent deterioration, manage chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians, and integrate medical and social services. The role ensures that work complies with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards. The Healthcare Coordinator works with members and their support teams, including the Care Management team, family or caregivers, center leadership and nursing staff, and treating practitioners. The position offers person-centered care in an adult day setting, with manageable duties and support personnel. The posting states that full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules are available and that daily pay is available. Benefits programs include paid time off, medical and vision coverage, dental coverage, and a 401(k).

Requirements

MSW or LPN required; LPN or RN preferred.
Valid malpractice insurance policy and registration with the applicable state examining board.
MSW candidates must have at least two years of experience providing healthcare coordination.
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance and vehicle registration.
Experience working in a healthcare facility, preferably with seniors.
Active CPR certification.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Very strong organizational skills and ability to shift priorities quickly.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with seniors.
LPN or RN qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee healthcare support plans, coordinating medical care and proactively managing chronic diseases and complex conditions such as recurring falls, depression, and dementia.
Collaborate with treating practitioners, including physicians, regarding member care.
Review member medications.
Coordinate transitions from a hospital or nursing facility to home or assisted living.
Support advanced care planning.
Assist with member assessment and care planning in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing, and/or Supervising Registered Nurse.
Assist with or complete required admission paperwork and member health-record documentation.
Provide health education and instruction to members and their families as needed.
Travel up to 25% within the local market.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members, families, support teams, and the community.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs, and collaborate with the cross-functional team by offering feedback and recommendations to improve members’ quality of care and life.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Assist the center team and members as needed, including distributing member medication when properly certified.
Perform other duties as changed or assigned.