Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of Ooltewah•Ooltewah, TN

About The Position

The RN Unit Care Coordinator supervises, implements, coordinates, and manages patient care on the assigned unit through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others. The role is performed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The coordinator leads unit nurses and CNAs, coordinates patient care plans and services, and helps patients attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Requirements

Nursing diploma, associate’s degree in nursing, or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Currently licensed or registered in the applicable state; must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Advanced knowledge in the field of practice.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices and procedures and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Proficiency in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to perform the physical activities listed for the role, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs and provide leadership on the floor.
Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services.
Prepare and administer medication accurately as ordered by a physician.
Respond in a leadership capacity to emergencies related to patient and staff safety.
Coordinate patient care plans and services.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, company policies, and department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality; adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete required compliance training.