JOB SUMMARY:

The role of the Healthcare Coordinator-LPN is to assist in achieving CSI’s mission by ensuring that the individuals supported by CSI receive high quality health services. This includes ensuring early evaluation of health/dental needs, timely implementation of required treatment and the review of CSI policies and/or procedures to assure that the services rendered meet or exceed all applicable standards of care. This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Nursing in implementation of CSI policies and procedures, quality assurance review, as well as supervision/medication training of licensed and non-licensed staff. Work week, 32-40 hours.

Qualifications:

• Active LPN license in the state of Virginia.
• Must meet Virginia Board of Nursing requirements to be an approved Medication Aide Trainer.
• Experience in long-term care, assisted living, or similar healthcare settings preferred.
• Prior experience in teaching, training, or staff education is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage and educate staff in a clear and professional manner.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

The position of Healthcare Coordinator – LPN requires that the employee be licensed in the state of Virginia as a Licensed Practical Nurse with at least two years’ experience working with people who have intellectual disabilities preferred. Other required qualifications include but are not limited to excellent written and oral communication skills, computer/word processing skills, CPR certification and physical management techniques certification. This position requires a valid driver’s license with a driving history free of significant infractions within the past 7 years.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND TASKS: Duties of the Healthcare Coordinator – LPN shall include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct state-approved 32-hour Medication Aide Training for new medication aides.

• Provide 4-hour Medication Recertification Training to ensure continued compliance with Virginia Board of Nursing regulations.

• Develop and deliver course materials, including presentations, hands-on demonstrations, and assessments.

• Evaluate participants’ understanding through tests, practical demonstrations, and competency assessments.

• Maintain accurate training records, certification documentation, and compliance reports.

• Ensure adherence to Virginia Board of Nursing regulations and best practices in medication administration.

• Serve as a resource for medication aides and facility staff regarding proper medication procedures.

• Stay up to date with state regulations, training requirements, and best practices in medication administration.

• Respond to requests from staff to assess a person’s health status within a timeframe appropriate to the nature of the The appropriate response may involve telephone communication with the staff, an on-site visit to the person supported, or meeting CSI staff upon the person’s arrival at the hospital to seek evaluation and/or emergency treatment by hospital physicians.
• Transcribe medical orders received from physicians, assuming necessary liaison with the pharmacy and, subsequently, with CSI staff to ensure accuracy and timely implementation of the orders.

• Identify the health related training needs of non-licensed Assist the Director of nursing in training, coaching, and certifying that staff has been trained on nursing delegation tasks, as appropriate. These tasks may include assisting with medication (passing and pouring medication), the taking of vital signs, feeding tube utilization, and other tasks, which can be delegated. Train and coach staff in other health-related topics to include nutrition and diet, among others. (Note: non-licensed staff in MA, once duly trained, act independently of a nurse’s license.)

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of persons’ medical records to ensure compliance with state and internal regulations and Monitor the records to ascertain that persons are receiving appropriate and timely healthcare consults, evaluations, and follow-up treatment. Monitor assistance with medication (passing and pouring medication) for persons supported in a manner, which promotes accuracy in dosage, method of delivery, timeliness, and record keeping, by staff.

• Monitor CSI-supported homes and apartments for safe and sanitary conditions and infection control, with special attention to medication storage, kitchen practices, food storage, storage of cleaning supplies, handling of soiled linens,

• Maintain proficiency and currency in the latest best practices in the nursing profession, including the relevant scope of practice and standards of care. Have knowledge of and compliance with the principles of delegation, and participate in the delegation process as directed by the Director of Nursing.

• Share in the preparation of homes and apartments for licensure and other survey visits. Assist in the preparation of CSI responses to citations, if any.

• Perform other related duties as may from time to time be assigned by the Director of Nursing Services.

Work Environment:

• Classroom and hands-on training in a healthcare or educational setting.
• Some administrative work related to certification tracking and compliance reporting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Continuing education opportunities
• Health and retirement benefits
• Flexible schedule options

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The primary working environment is an office environment or within our group homes and day programs. Driving and occasional travel is required. Scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the people we support and our programs is necessary. On occasion, in a few homes, all staff may need to respond to protect individuals who could injure themselves or others via approved safety restraint techniques.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Use of personal computers, standard office equipment is required. Knowledge of medical equipment such as lift systems, personal adaptive equipment, feeding pumps and other medical equipment is required. Use of home appliances and the ability to drive handicapped accessible vans may be necessary.