Herndon, Virginia
Health Care Coordinator Job Opening in Herndon, Virginia - Coordinate the delivery of services outlined in the individual service plans and monitor to ensure they meet the service and health needs of the residents and promote wellness. The HCC directs the nurses and certified nursing assistants within the community to maintain a high standard of care. Communicates in a professional manner and represents the facility in a positive way with the medical community, family members, and residents. Works well with the management team to ensure overall resident satisfaction. The HCC possesses the qualifications and capabilities to assume the position of when assigned.
Must have LPN/LVN or RN license in good standing
Must have experience in Assisted Living and or Memory Care
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position, the department and the personnel.
Develops and implements an active wellness program for the residents in conjunction with the Activity Department
Ensures continuity and consistency in the delivery and quality of services to meet the need and expectations of residents and families.
Manage and participate in the hiring process of all required staff to fulfill scheduling needs.
Provide training, in-services, and education to new employees and ongoing as required to meet company expectations and DSS expectations.
Develop or delegate the nursing and CNA schedule to maintain twenty-four hour coverage to meet the needs of the residents within budgeted guidelines.
Coordinate and review Individual Service Plans (ISP?s) with all appropriate individuals such as the resident, family members, management team, home health care agencies, and the nursing staff to ensure appropriate level of care and satisfaction of delivered services.
Maintain a proactive approach regarding retention of residents by identification of those at risk, and enlisting needed services to prevent or resolve concerns in a timely manner.
Lead weekly in-house care plan meeting with Executive Director, CNA/CMA, dietary, and marketing staff to discuss resident changes.
Maintain contact with residents when they are hospitalized or in an alternate healthcare facility and be aware of their condition through regular contact with physicians, discharge planners, case managers, social workers, or other healthcare staff and families.
Oversee and manage the medication management plan, ensuring that the skills of the nurses and CMA?s meet the standards of the Virginia Board of Health Professionals.
Promote resident activity programs by ensuring that all staff under their supervision are oriented, trained, and aware of their responsibility to conduct activities, as well as to enthusiastically remind and encourage residents to participate.
Respond to resident emergencies and make appropriate decisions regarding the disposition of resident. Make required notifications to administration, physician, family and state agencies as appropriate.
Participate in fire and emergency safety programs to ensure a safe working environment.
Conduct required staff meetings on a regular basis to keep employees aware of expectations, changes in policy/procedure, and to maintain morale.
Represents The Crossings in a positive and professional manner while conducting outreach programs and marketing the community.
Develop systems, practices, policies and procedures which ensure resident privacy and compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.
Conduct interviews with prospective residents to determine appropriate level of care.
Develop a plan of care to meet the needs of each resident.
Maintains and audits resident records in an orderly manner, which ensures that all required documentation is present and accurate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Current LPN/LVN or RN license in good standing
Solid ability to interact and build relationships with older adults and their families
Exceptional ability to manage people, multi-task, delegate, and motivate a team that is focused on quality care
Must have comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles and practices, and have the ability to apply those principles as part of the management team
Must be CPR certified * Must be able to lift, carry, and push up to 25lbs
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
Assisted Living and or Memory Care: 3 years
Required license or certification:
Current LPN/LVN or RN license in good standing
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