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LPN-Health Coordinator – Full time Monday-Friday; includes working some on call weekends

Elgin, SC

 
JOB DESCRIPTION
 
HEALTHCARE COORDINATOR/LPN – Midlands (Elgin) Divison
 
REPORTS TO:           Healthcare Supervisor/DON
 
WORK HOURS:        40 Hour Work Week
 
SUPERVISES:           None
 
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma and completion of approved school of nursing, with                                       state certification by S.C. Board of Nursing.
                         Acquire and maintain certification in First Aid, CPR, and CPI (non-crisis                                                            intervention).  Subject to annual TB screening.  Valid driver’s license                                             from state of residence and ability to operate motor vehicle for 15
                         passengers or less.  Furnish proof of liability insurance.
 
JOB SUMMARY:      Provides nursing care for CHESCO Services Clients under supervision of                                          the Healthcare Supervisor/Director of Nursing.
 
PHYSICAL                Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, ABILITIES                        standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, (patients with assistance), INCLUDE:             fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions,                                                     communication, writing, reading, driving (including nights), counting,                                           work double shifts as necessary, running, and smelling.
 
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS
INCLUDE:                 Very heavy lifting with assistance, visual acuity must be accurate to write                                      and read small print and record data.  Worker is subject to both indoor and                                     outdoor environments and maybe subject to temperature extremes of heat                                      and cold for short time periods.  The worker is subject to noise and                                            hazards including: the possibility of physical assault, property destruction,
and infections.  The worker is subject to wear protective clothing to                                                prevent exposure to infection.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
JOB DUTIES
 
1.         Provides general nursing care to CHESCO Services individuals as per local, state and federal guidelines.
 
2.         Provides routine nursing procedures (medical appointments, vital signs, etc.) and              paperwork (care plan, MAR, progress notes, TD assessments etc.) per agency medical                        guidelines and in accordance with M.D.’s orders.
 
3.         Responsible for coordination of services with outside health agencies.  Serves as primary
Liaison for all community health professionals and promotes effective working                 relationships with these professionals.
 
4.         Participates in the pre-admission evaluation of individuals selected for placement in                       terms of nursing services.  Assists in the development of training programs upon                           admission within the health related areas.  Complete necessary appointments and                    paperwork for new admissions.
 
5.         Schedules, attends and assists Coordinators with the Drug Reviews.  Ensures
Individuals receive appropriate medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist. Initiate                     consent forms for psychotropic medications.
 
6.         Monitors and notes monthly any discrepancies in the areas of medication administration   records, medication storage, medication supplies, (prescribed and OTC meds), follow up    on MD appointments, implementation of MD recommendations, vital signs, and dietary   needs.  Provides monthly nursing summaries to the Coordinators.
 
7.         Provides 24 hour/5 days a week and shared week-end and holiday Aon call@ medical                            coverage for individuals.  If not within a 45 minute response range, prior notification                    must be given to Supervisor.
 
8.         Schedules all medical appointments for individuals.  Coordinates with Coordinator or                         Caregiver to provide coverage to the appointments as needed.
 
9.         Ensures Coordinators are updated on the medical status of the individuals.
 
10.       Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the medical charts; ensures that the                        medical charts are current.
 
11.       Provides and documents staff/consumer/caregiver in-services/training relating to medical/health issues.
 
12.       Provides health care counseling to individuals as it relates to his or her personal needs;     smoking, diet, exercise, proper hygiene, etc.
 
13.       Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in single plan meetings, medication reviews, etc. and prepares required nursing reports.
 
14.       Completes other duties as identified or assigned.
 
 
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
 
MARGINAL JOB DUTIES
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