Post-Acute Unit Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary: Provides indirect resident care in the facility. Meets the communication needs of the resident, family and staff. Prepares and compiles records in the facility. Initiates directions from physician and nursing staff. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and facility policies and procedures and standards.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

Prepares medical records for discharged residents and new admissions. Maintains medical records.

Maintains communication board, noting the admission, discharge, and transfer of residents.

Obtains appropriate nursing staff to assists residents/physicians in the care of the resident; decisions made reflect knowledge of facts and good judgment within scope of practice.

Ensure providers are in compliance with federal regulations regarding practitioner visits.

Stock units with essential supplies as appropraite

Obtains requested items from Clinical Laboratory, Central Service, Pharmacy or other departments.

Communicates appropriately and clearly to nurse manager, team leader, co-workers and physicians.

Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the resident’s needs.

Orders supplies and printing weekly; obtains orders, as required.

Appropriately file patient records into patient chart including but not limited to physician notes, lab results, hospital paperwork etc.

Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity; ensures confidentiality of resident’s records.

Interacts professionally with resident/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary.

Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.

Meets current documentation standards and policies.

Answers telephone and intercom in a polite and timely manner and communicates information to the appropriate staff or family.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.

Checks the computer system to verify that all medical records are current.

Places orders for medications and personal supplies for the residents who use an outside pharmacy for their medication and personal needs.