What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Care Coordinator (LPN or RN) - Assisted Living position at Emerald Springs Senior Living?
Emerald Springs Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care with a total of 152 residences. This vibrant senior living community is situated in a beautiful, lush setting, and has been a part of the Yuma community since 1998. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service®.
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Wage: $30-35/hour | Based on Experience
Department: Memory Care
Management Functions
- Assist to develop, maintain, update, communicate and enforce facility and state specific written policies and procedures that govern the daily functions of the nursing service department including the safety program.
- Maintain a current reference of written nursing material that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day to day needs of the resident.
- Communicate nursing services schedules with other services to ensure the continuity of the resident’s total regimen of care.
- Assist to develop, implement and maintain an ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance program for the nursing services department.
- Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment needs of the nursing department.
- Participate with the Director of Nursing to prepare and plan the nursing service department’s budget and staffing plan.
Nursing Care Functions
- Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
- Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures including the safety program.
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided.
- Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility.
- Communicate with health care providers in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Utilize nursing personnel qualifications according to the resident’s care plan, wishes, and health care provider orders.
- Complete daily clinical and environmental rounds to evaluate resident care being provided and report significant events.
- Meet and resolve issues with residents and/or family members. Report significant issues to the supervisor.
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as requested by management.
- Follow clinical programs including risk management, infection prevention, quality and staff development.
Education and Experience
Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of experience in nursing. Prefer two years experience in a long-term care facility.
Must have experience in supervision and principles, practice of teaching, etc. Must possess skills in leadership and communication. Must possess creativity, integrity, and initiative. Must be able to provide critical thinking skills to address clinical issues.
Licensing/Certifications
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a licensed nurse in this state.
Salary : $30 - $35