What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Care Coordinator (LPN) position at The Inn on Westport?
Who We Are:
The Inn on Westport offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care with a total of 133 residences. This vibrant senior living community has been a part of the Sioux Falls area since 1996. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service®.
Summary of Role:
The primary purpose of this position is to collaborate with the DON to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall functions of resident care services in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Platinum Service:
We take pride in delivering Platinum Service®, our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place The Inn on Westport above other senior living competitors as a great place to work.
Shift:
Full-time, Day Shift, with rotating weekends
Why Work for Us:
- Comprehensive Health Plan Options
- Medical and Prescription Coverage
- Dental and Vision Coverage
- FSA & HSA Account Options
- Access to Health Care & Mental Health E-Visits
- $10k Life Insurance Coverage*
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits
- Paycheck Advances with Rain Instant Pay
- Employee Support Program (EAP)
- Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement with Rasmussen College
- Team Member Referral Bonus
- Shift Differentials
- LifeMart Employee Discounts
- OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives
- Generous Paid Time Off & Discounted Travel Accommodations
- Benefits available to eligible employees with enrollment in a medical insurance plan. Eligibility may vary by position, average hours worked, length of service, and/or location.
Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
- Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
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.
