Resident Care Coordinator

Midwest Health•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Care Coordinator manages, directs, and administers resident services in accordance with company policies and procedures, standards of practice for operators, and governmental regulations to maintain quality care for residents. The position reports to the Executive Director. The listed duties are general and not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned by an authorized supervisor. The coordinator reviews and supervises compliance with policies for resident care and related services, monitors compliance with nursing-care regulations and other applicable requirements, supports resident admissions and service agreements, communicates with families and healthcare providers, and participates in staff selection, orientation, and competency monitoring. The position requires regular attendance at the worksite and a valid, active LPN or RN license, CPR certification, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate in English. The employee must be able to work beyond normal hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary, assist with resident evacuation during emergencies, and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical activities and lifting or carrying requirements are described in the posting.

Requirements

Valid professional LPN or RN license in good standing with the state.
Valid CPR certification.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Ability to assist in evacuating residents during emergency situations.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Use a transfer/gait belt or obtain another employee’s assistance when helping residents while lifting or carrying objects over 25 pounds.
Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and sometimes hostile people.
Ability to see and hear, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately for the position.
If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, successfully complete the requirements in the Company’s Motor Vehicles policy.

Responsibilities

Comply with the Community’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
Immediately report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse or neglect to the Executive Director.
Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with dignity and respect, and maintain confidentiality of resident and family information.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Review and supervise compliance with policies for total resident care, including meal service, activities, housekeeping and laundry, personnel, and public relations, under the Executive Director’s specific directives.
Monitor and assist with compliance with policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations concerning nursing care.
Monitor personal and staff compliance with applicable state and federal requirements, including blood-borne pathogens, infection control, hazardous materials, and resident rights.
Assist residents with admission and ensure compliance with state and federal admission requirements, including initial Advance Directives, Resident Rights information, and required assessments.
Assist with and execute Negotiated Service Agreements; participate in periodic reviews and maintain communication with families about fulfillment of agreements.
Participate in personnel selection, staff orientation, and monitoring staff competence.
Maintain communication with physicians and pharmacy as required.
Assist with the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.