Clinical Care Coordinator Lpn

Job Type: Full Time on call one weekend a month
Hourly range $28.00- $30.00
Purpose of This Position - Clinical Care Coordinator/Shift Supervisor
Assure that all aspects of the resident's personal care and service plan is implemented while assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible. This is a combination role. The employee will work as Clinical Coordinator 3 days a week, and as shift supervisor 1 day a week.
Qualifications for Clinical Care Coordinator/Shift Supervisor
Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Michigan preferred; Proof of training in TB testing; Proof of training and competency in medication administration; Must be able to physically and mentally perform essential functions of this position. Ability to communicate effectively in English. Must be able to communicate with a variety of personality types. Able to effectively supervise and support staff in providing direct service to residents; communicate with family members, physicians, labs, pharmacy, and ancillary personnel. Must demonstrate compassion towards residents. Must be able to pass the state mandated criminal background screening and random drug testing. CPR Certified.
Essential Functions of the Clinical Care Coordinator

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect
• Provide excellent care and service to the residents of this living center in accordance with their individual written plans of care and service.
• Review new order daily to ensure all new orders were processed completely
• Monitor ALL lab orders to ensure they are properly scheduled and implemented. Follow-up with results and appropriate communication
• Monitor Coumadin logs for completion.
• Spot check med-tech charting according to episodic charting log
• Track and administer resident chest x-rays, tb skin tests, tb questionnaire and B-12 injections
• Perform quarterly med pass reviews with ALL Med Techs
• Assist with Med Tech training for new hires and promotions
• Investigate all med errors and forward the proper documentation to RSC
• Perform med cart audits at least monthly; more frequently if needed
• Review pharmacy delivery logs and follow through as necessary
• Review all notifications to physicians PRIOR to being faxed
• Check med rooms, and med refrigerators for cleanliness and outdated medications
• Assure all resident medications are available for administration
• Complete Med Tech performance reviews as needed (90 day and annually)
• Monitor Licensed Health Care Professional's book and create a list of residents that need to be seen and give to oncoming Shift Supervisor
• Review monthly summaries, vital signs, and weights
• Communicate with Licensed Health Care Professionals regarding resident condition, medications, treatments, etc. as needed to assure residents health needs are met
• Compliance with and uphold Resident Rights including confidentiality
• Comply with and enforce infection control protocols
• Compliance with and enforcement of all rules and regulations governing Homes for the Aged
• Compliance with and enforcement of the guidelines stated in the Employee Handbook
• Assure all Med Tech staff chart the delivery of medications to the residents
• On-Call duties minimum of one weekend/month for Resident Services Coordinator
• Participates in Manager on Duty rotation as directed by Administrator
• Participates in quarterly Infection Prevention and Control meetings

Essential Functions of the Shift Supervisor

• Follow and enforce company policies and procedures as stated in the Operations Manual.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local rules and regulations
• Assist in communication with family members, physicians, therapists, counselors, etc. as needed for each resident, individually. Communicate concerns and actions to Resident Services Coordinator. Follow through as needed.
• Assure that residents are treated with kindness and respect, protects residents from accidents and injuries; responsible for safety of residents in case of an emergency.
• Participate in written evaluations of employees
• Provide supervision of shift personnel. Communicate any concerns to the appropriate department manager.
• Process all physician or health-care provider orders
• Assure compliance with physician orders, and protocols established by outside/ancillary service providers, as noted in the resident service plan.
• Oversee resident records - Perform charting duties and complete required documentation.
• Participate in the development of the resident assessment and resident service plan
• Assure resident service plan is followed by all staff.
• Assist staff with move-in process for new resident (paper work, resident vital signs, documentation, and general assimilation)
• Assure safe and proper techniques used with chemicals and cleaning products - including proper storage of products, tools, equipment, etc.
• Other duties as assigned or as may be necessary to assure that the goals and objectives of this living center are fulfilled.

General Responsibilities of the Clinical Care Coordinator/Shift Supervisor

• Be a good will ambassador for this living center
• Comply with Life Safety policies and periodic "drills"
• Documentation as required Ø Participate in training opportunities
• Report safety and health hazards to the RSC Ø Comply with rules and regulations governing Homes for the Aged
• Work cooperatively with others on the same shift and across shifts
• Report to work as scheduled
• Respond to resident requests for assistance, including call lights

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Able to lift 50#
• Able to stand, bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, sit, kneel, pull, push, and walk long distances on hard surfaces, for extended periods of time.
• Ability to assist residents in showers, toileting, transferring, and all aspects of personal care.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with residents, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Emotional stability to appropriately handle resident care needs, including chronic illness, challenging behaviors, dementia-related issues, and death of residents

Reports to: Resident Services Coordinator
Compensation and Benefits: Hourly wage and benefits as stated in the Employee Handbook. Eligible for 2% increase after 90 days of employment, and merit increase annually based on supervisor's written evaluation of performance. Routinely scheduled to work from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.
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