Job Description
Job Description
Patient Care Coordinator
The Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and
coordinating the Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods to ensure quality care for residents; be
knowledgeable of and implement federal, state and local regulations for a safe and engaging experience for the
residents, personnel, and physical environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Assists with the oversight of the care of the Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods and assists
with the direction of the day-to-day functions of staff
Ensures that emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs are met through all program services andactivities
Assists with managing labor costs, supplies and other line items in department budgetMeets with staff and support personnel to plan and schedule shifts, services, programs and activitiesAssists with the supervision and development of the performance of all care department team membersAssists with the supervision of employees. Assists with interviewing, hiring, and training employees;planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees;addressing complaints and resolving problems
Assists with the supervision and provide daily care services to residents, including but not limited to :Completion of care assessments and resident care plans, discussing changes in resident condition with
physicians and responsible party members, introducing interventions to reduce falls based on individual
resident needs, etc., reviewing progress notes, medication and care task records. Also provide medication
administration and help with resident care, as needed
Assists with the implementation, coordination and management of person-centered care based oncompany's philosophy, mission and core values
Direct resident well-being according to State regulations to ensure appropriate and acceptable standardsof care and adequate staffing
In collaboration with Director of Wellness, coordinate, complete, and / or review data reports and queriesin compliance with Company's Resident Care Quality & Analytics program and protocols
In collaboration with Director of Wellness, conducting care conferences and completing timelyassessments and accurate care plans in the electronic health record, plus communication with Business
Office Manager any additional care given for accurate resident billing
Maintain a working knowledge of state regulations, policies and procedures, dictated for complianceAssist with initial and on-going training for caregiving team members as well as other community teammembers as necessary and as applicable based on State-specific regulations as well as Company's policies
and procedures
In conjunction with the community's multidisciplinary team, coordinate the resident move-in processincluding screening, assessment, care planning and team assignments
Ensure appropriate delivery of services as identified in resident care plans by delegating, verifying andcommunicating verbal and written expectations to caregiving team members
Participate in on-going resident assessment and determination of care needs as required by State-specificregulations and Company's policies and procedures
Collaborate with, and monitor, external services providers to ensure the most appropriate and highestlevel of service is provided to each resident
Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA and Fire safety standards relative to wellness systems and residentcare
Other duties as assignedTALENT : Execution
Multi-tasks and easily prioritizes
Takes ownership and responsibility
Executes with diligence
Hard work ethic
Influencing
Strong communication and sets clear expectations
Influences others to take action
Is in tune with how to manage individuals
Leads with Integrity and excellence
Natural leadership and management
Strategic Planning
Able to see multiple solutions to a problem
Ability to anticipate and resolve problems
Critical thinking
Relationship Building
Ability to build relationships with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, community and the general public
Quickly builds trust with individuals and teams
Ability to deal with conflict and have difficult conversations
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE :
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-relatedneeds of the residents served
The changes associated with dementia illnesses, how they affect the individual's ability to function, andthe adaptive strategies that help maintain a resident's remaining abilities
EXPERIENCE :
At least one year of management experience in an assisted living or senior care settingCandidates will be considered with caregiver certifications beneficial to the community and managementexperience
Prefer two (2) years' experience working with persons with dementiaCERTIFICATIONS :
Adult Basic First AidCPREDUCATION :
Associate's degree in a Health Care related field, Social Work, Psychology, or Gerontology is preferredColorado Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) qualification (for individuals that are notlicensed in nursing)
Prefer LPN license; Current state nursing license issued by appropriate state licensing agency; as required bylaw, attend in-service educations within the community in senior living preferred
WORK AREA AND ENVIRONMENT :
Works in all areas of the communityMoves intermittently during working hoursIs subject to frequent interruptionsIs involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies / personnel, etc., under all conditionsand circumstances
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.Works collaboratively with the on-site Executive Director who has ultimate operational control over thecampus
Communicates with the maintenance personnel, nursing staff, and other department supervisorsWorks beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessaryIs subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday, as well asreactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS andHepatitis B viruses
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicalsPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostilepeople within the community
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this community, which include amental and physical examination
Must possess sight / hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequatelyso that the requirements of this position can be fully met
Must be able to push, pull, move, and / or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet andbe able to push, pull, move, and / or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situationsOTHER :
Reports to : Executive Director of CommunityTravel (minimal)Flexibility with scheduleMust maintain valid, unrestricted Colorado driver's license