Medical Coordinator (LPN)

The Arc's•Meadville, PA

About The Position

The Medical Coordinator provides health care, consultation, and assessment to individuals and employees of The Arc. The role delivers health-topic training to individuals and staff, coordinates medical appointments and follow-up care, tracks health issues, and oversees modified diets and nutrition planning. The Medical Coordinator also coordinates medication administration training and recertification, reviews HRSTs in licensed programs, and oversees medication records and compliance for the residential program. The position coordinates with group-home staff and pharmacies, orders medical equipment and supplies, may respond to after-hours medical questions, and attends emergency-room appointments when necessary. Additional duties include assisting with agency policies and procedures, registering clients for Special Olympics, attending relevant meetings, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Graduation from a valid nursing program approved by the State Board of Nurse Examiners.
Ability to apply understanding and problem-solving skills to detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems in a constantly changing environment.
Excellent organizational skills and a flexible schedule.
Ability to communicate professionally, verbally and in writing, with people at all organizational levels and external contacts.
Problem-solving ability, self-motivation, dependability, and ability to work independently.
Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to manage time efficiently and multitask.
Ability to maintain the integrity of highly confidential information.
Occasional driving is expected.

Nice To Haves

Five years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
Three years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide health care, consultation, and assessment to individuals and employees of The Arc.
Train individuals and staff on health topics as requested or needed.
Attend quarterly and annual individual meetings when requested; Safety Committee and other assigned committee meetings; and group-home meetings as needed.
Schedule medical appointments, prepare paperwork, brief staff on appointment objectives, review completed paperwork for regulatory compliance, and arrange tests and follow-ups.
Teach staff to take blood pressure readings, track weight, test blood sugar, and perform related health-monitoring tasks.
Respond to after-hours medical questions and attend emergency-room appointments when necessary.
Track medical issues, including diet, swallowing, bowel, blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight concerns.
Oversee modified diets, create nutritious menus in accordance with restrictions, and conduct informational sessions.
Coordinate and conduct Medical Administration training and recertification; train staff on medication, oversee the online training database, observe staff passing medication, and maintain appropriate records.
Act as the Clinical Reviewer for HRSTs in licensed programs.
Order medical equipment and supplies, such as gloves and medication cups.
Oversee medications and logs, monitor compliance, track medication changes, and administer medication as necessary for the residential program.
Coordinate with the homes’ primary pharmacy on monthly medication exchanges, refill and prior-authorization orders, and communicating MAR documentation changes to appropriate personnel.
Assist with developing and revising agency policies and procedures as requested.
Register clients online for Special Olympics.
Perform other duties as assigned.