Resident Care Coordinator

Loudonville Assisted Living Residence • Albany, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Care Coordinator oversees paperwork associated with residents’ medical care, including advance directives, transfer sheets, DSS 3122 forms, office call/medical order sheets, mental health evaluations, physician orders, and incident reports. The role evaluates residents’ needs, plans actions, supervises unit staff, supports residents and their families, and performs other administrative duties as assigned. This is a full-time position in the Gerald Levine Memory Care unit at Loudonville Assisted Living.

Requirements

• Must be licensed and currently registered in New York State to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• One to two years of experience working with the aging population (geriatric).
• Understanding of the functions and responsibilities of a Director of Resident Care, case management, and supervision.
• Ability to plan and organize assignments efficiently, remain flexible and adaptable, and function in stressful situations.
• Must possess adequate sight and hearing, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately for the position.
• Physical ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, reach above the shoulders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform repetitive manual tasks including writing, grasping, fine manipulation, power gripping, pushing, lifting, and pulling; and, in emergencies, crawl and climb stairs.
• Strong communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and other personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee completion of paperwork associated with residents’ medical care, including advance directives, transfer sheets, DSS 3122 forms, office call/medical order sheets, mental health evaluations, physician orders, and incident reports.
• Evaluate residents’ needs and plan appropriate actions.
• Supervise unit staff.
• Support residents and their families.
• Plan assignments, prioritize and direct resident care, and complete daily tasks.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external personnel, including residents, family members and representatives, social workers, dietary workers, nurses, personal care assistants, and other relevant staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed