Health Care Coordinator/LPN Job Listing at Discovery Senior Living in Henrico, VA (Job ID 919365)

Description

Health Care Coordinator / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Discovery Village at The West End, Assisted Living Community

Full-Time and Part-Time

Reports To: Director of Health and Wellness

About Us: Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Coordinator/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in coordinating resident care and supporting the team. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of resident care protocols, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Ensures that community follows all federal, state, local laws and regulations as it pertains to clinical care.
• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting occurrence trends, and if necessary, develop/implement improvement plans.
• Partners with Administrator and other team members to analyze and maintain all resident and team member health safety.
• Partners with pharmacy consultant to provide optimal pharmaceutical services to residents.
• Responsible for infection control programming in community.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient distribution/administration of injections, nebulizers, moderate wound care per state regulations.
• Identifies ongoing needs and services of residents through the assessment/ Service Plan process including documentation for residents with a change in health care status.
• Responsible for the completion of the monthly updates and reporting to the responsible party.
• Partners with other department coordinators to identify, review, and discuss potential change in service/medication levels and updates the resident's service plan as indicated by state regulations.
• Participates in community awareness activities and community relations.
• Maintains communications with resident's family and/or responsible party regarding changes in care or health concerns.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Virginia.
• Previous experience in a assisted living, home health or long-term care industries. 
• Two (2) years experience as a Licensed Nurse
• One (1) year nursing management experience.
• Must demonstrate competence in assessment skills, injections/medication administration, follow up and triage.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

 EOE D/V