Care Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. We currently have vacancy for a Care Coordinator to work a Per Diem schedule. In this position a Care Coordinator will be responsible for providing and direct the day-to-day responsibilities of the assigned area as they relate to overall resident quality care. Perform resident observations and follow up, screenings and assessments, and supervision of care delivery. Oversee and supervise assigned staff. in addition to but not limited to the following duties :

• Oversee resident care services including following through with all care needs of the residents.
• Ensure overall compliance with medication passes, documentation, service plans, Resident Rights, HIPAA, Infection Control policies, etc.
• Assist in maintaining a cohesive caregiving team by coordinating the tasks and assignments assigned to Caregivers and Med Tech's,
• Ensure a safe work environment.
• Report abuse or other non-compliance immediately and appropriately.
• Ensure that open lines of communication are maintained with residents, family members, or other responsible parties regarding the care needs of the residents.
• Ensure that diagnostic tests and other monitoring activities are performed as ordered by the residents’ physicians.
• Provide resident care and administer medications as needed.
• Communicate immediately with relevant care team members and physicians regarding any noticeable changes in the residents.
• Ensure proper documentation of records and updated resident paperwork in order to comply with Home for the Aged rules.
• Respond to resident emergency needs in accordance with incident protocol guidelines.
• Make appropriate recommendations to the Resident Center Director of Nursing and other community departments regarding resident change in condition and / or placement.
• Ensure compliance with written policies and procedures that govern day-to-day functions of care giving services.

If you like to smile, enjoy providing exceptional hospitality, and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications : One (1) year clinical experience in an acute care, long term care, assisted living community or other related health care setting. Prefer supervisory experience in health care or a long-term care facility with skilled and support staff. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s type is helpful. Ability to work extended or flexible hours, as necessary. Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English. Willingness to handle difficult situations involving residents. You must be able to work independently as well as a part of a highly productive team.

PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK :

Many roles at Burcham Hills may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or apply for and receive an approved exemption, as a condition of employment.

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