Clinical Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Taking care of dependent persons is worthwhile work. Serving others is a lifestyle choice and should not be entered into lightly. Contributing to the health and welfare of others can be draining at times, but at the same time can be truly rewarding. Being caregiver is a dedicated occupation and is not like any other job. You have agreed to accept the responsibility for providing proper care and service to persons who depend on others for care. This means you agree to follow the guidelines of this living center as you perform your duties and fulfill your responsibilities.

Purpose of this position : Assure that all aspects of the resident’s personal care and service plan are implemented while assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible.

Qualifications: Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Michigan; Proof of training in TB testing; Proof of training and competency in medication administration; Leadership ability. 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.

Essential Function:

• 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 logs 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 TB skin tests and B-12 injections
• Perform quarterly med pass reviews with ALL med-techs
• Assist with med-tech training for new hires
• Investigate all med errors and forward proper documentation to RSC
• Perform med cart audits at least monthly; more frequently as needed.
• Review pharmacy delivery logs and follow through as necessary
• Review all notifications to physicians PRIOR to being faxed
• Check med rooms, and med room refrigerators for cleanliness and outdated medications
• Monitor Licensed Health Care Professional’s book and create list of residents that need to be seen and give to oncoming Supervisor
• Review monthly summaries, vital signs and weights
• Communicate with physician and/or licensed health care professionals regarding resident condition, medications, treatments, etc. as needed to assure residents health needs are met
• Compliance with and uphold all 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

General Responsibilities:

• Be a good will ambassador for this living center
• Comply with Life Safety policies and periodic “drills”
• Documentation as required
• Participate in training opportunities
• Report safety and health hazards to the RSC
• 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 & 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

Compensation & 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 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.