LPN Case Manager

PARKER PERSONAL CARE HOMES INC•Pueblo, CO

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides high quality and inclusive healthcare and care coordination to clients with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) on a caseload. Develops, implements, and evaluates care plans in a community setting, while working with other health care providers and agencies to integrate care. Trains QMAP for all new staff in the southern Colorado area. Works a hybrid schedule - 2 days per week in the Pueblo office, and 3 days per week remotely.

Requirements

Colorado LPN license in good standing is required.
Minimum of two years’ experience working with people with I/DD required.
Minimum of one year using Microsoft Office or other software required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is used.
Ability to direct others.
Ability to respectfully address significant issues of health and safety while supporting an individual’s choices.
Skill and ability to constructively receive and provide feedback.
Ability and willingness to complete required trainings and learn PPCH operations and systems.
Valid Colorado driver’s license, and ability to meet PPCH’s driving requirements.
This position involves physically assisting others, including pushing/pulling individuals using wheelchairs, transferring individuals with mobility needs, and assistance with daily living skills.
Lifting, moving, and transferring up to 75 pounds.
Regular lifting and carrying of approximately 15 lbs.
May be required to bend, stoop, squat, and walk.
Regular and frequent driving throughout the Denver Metro area required.

Nice To Haves

Developmental Disabilities Certification (DDC) preferred.
Knowledge of the Colorado Developmental Disabilities system, regulations, and rules preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates health related services and care plans for PPCH customers.
Ensures that services are provided in a manner that respects and acknowledges individuals’ self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision making.
Attends and participates in team meetings for customers on caseload, and revises medical plans as needed.
Develops and maintains comprehensive Care Plans.
Recommends updated protocols, staff and provider trainings, or other changes when areas for improvement in the provision of care are found.
Completes home or hospital visits with customers.
Process physician orders on Medication Administration Record (MAR), reviews MARs for accuracy, and updates MARs as needed.
Works continuously to improve services and supports using a person-centered approach.
In an on-call rotation with the Nursing Team, provides 24-hour telephone support to caregivers and staff.
Contributes to a culture where individuals receiving services are healthy, safe, and valued by others.
Models, teaches, and ensures respect for others, including individuals in services, staff, other professionals, guardians and loved ones, and team members.
Provides client specific medical training to PPCH contractors and staff.
Responsible for G-tube training for qualified staff.
Provides information, support, and guidance to community members, other medical professionals, contractors, and staff regarding the specific needs of clients.
Promptly notes and addresses gaps in skills, understanding, or compliance with staff and contractors.
Communicates regularly with Program Directors, guardians, medical providers, and team members to ensure the customer’s health and wellness needs are met.
Complies with PPCH, State, Federal, and other applicable guidelines and regulations.
Completes all required training, including annual refreshers, according to established timelines.
Monitors, completes, and provides required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Promptly communicates and reports all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, and/or significant incidents to appropriate agencies, teams, or individuals.
Maintains knowledge and understanding of PPCH and other regulating agencies’ policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Assists with internal or external audits as needed.