Resident Care Coordinator

PRIMARY PURPOSE


To assist the Wellness Director with maintaining Resident Medication and Medical Records according to policy and State Regulations. To assist Executive Director with Administrative Duties.


RESPONSIBILITIES

WELLNESS:
1. Assist Wellness Director with checking in new cycles of medications every 14 days
2. Maintain Med Carts (PRN's, Creams) every 2 weeks
3. Daily check of Medication reorder sheet
4. Ordering Oxygen & Oxygen supplies
5. Weekly MAR Audits (missing initials, signature) and communicate to Wellness Director
6. Executing Medication Changes for Residents from Dr.'s appointments
a) Fax order to Pharmacy
b) Make copy of order and give to Wellness Director
c) Check new order and write change in MAR when delivered
7. Send copy of MAR & Medical Appointment form with resident when going to Dr.
appointment


ADMINISTRATIVE:
1. Assist at Front Desk greeting guests/residents, vendors & deliveries
2. Assist answering Phone Calls
3. Conducting Orientation for New Hires
4. Maintaining Continuing Education Unit (CEU'S) Records & scheduling CEU classes 1X monthly
5. Track CPR/First Aid Certification
6. Assist E.D. with auditing Employee Files
7. Care Staff Scheduling and any shift changes
8. Replenishing Copies of Forms (Shower/Laundry/Pager Logs)
9. Take On-Call 1 weekend per month
10. Assist with Tours when needed

QUALIFICATIONS


1. Must be at least 18 years of age
2. Must have received High School Diploma
3. Must have a satisfactory criminal record check
4. Must have a physical exam by a licensed physician
5. Must have a Negative Drug Screen
6. Must have C.P.R. & First Aid Certification
7. Must dress in Professional attire
8. Must be able to communicate effectively to convey information to residents, families, supervisor, Wellness Director and Executive Director
9. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. As well as complete tasks which involve walking, standing reaching, pushing, and grasping
10. Must understand risk of exposure to infectious waste, disease, chemicals, solutions, and disinfectants
11. Must be able to react in emergency situations


12.** Must have a valid CNA and Certified Medication Aid License