Category: HealthcareSub-Category: Resident/Patient Support ServicesPosition Type (Portal Searching)Regular Full-TimeShift: 1st ShiftID: 2024-245728Location : Name: Brookdale Phillippi CreekLocation : Address: 5501 Swift RoadLocation : Location: US-FL-SarasotaWork Location: On-Site

Overview

WHY Brookdale-

Our culture of compassionate and caring extends to everyone, our associates, our residents and their families. Our cornerstones of passion courage, partnership and trust drive everything we do and come to life every day in our communities

Not sure if Brookdale is for you? Come see the Brookdale difference for yourself!

Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
• Variety of Associate Discounts

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

The Care Coordinator identifies and coordinates the implementation of services necessary to improve residents’ quality of life and to achieve an optimum level of wellness at Brookdale’s HealthPlus communities. Works in collaboration with the RN Care Manager, primary and specialty care providers to recommend resident-specific care plans, coordinate medically necessary services, and the delivery of care. Serves as a resident advocate and assists in the identification of gaps in healthcare coordination. Identifies healthcare needs and coordinates community and external care resources as needed. Communicates with managed care coordinators, insurance providers, and external healthcare professionals regarding resident needs, status, etc. (e.g. primary care providers, home health agencies, etc.). Responsible for coordinating resources and equipment required as needed.

Collects resident data to determine health functional, and psycho social status of residents.

Coordinates services required to enhance optimum wellness and manage chronic conditions.

Gathers resident's specific data to assist the RN Care Manager and HWD with developing a personalized, holistic care plan.

Collaborates with hospice, palliative and home health services/therapy as indicated.

Participates in collaborative care reviews (CCR).

As directed by the Case Manager, deliver training to non-licensed care providers at the community to ensure the highest level of care for the residents.

Provides resources for residents and families to make informed decisions regarding choices in meeting healthcare needs. Effectively advocates for the benefits of residing and receiving care and services at the community.

In collaboration with Clinical Coordinators where applicable, provides oversight, coordination and family communication during resident hospitalization and rehab stays. Assists with return to community and ensures protocols are being met where appropriate.

Communicates information in a timely manner to the appropriate care provider regarding changes in residents’ health/well-being, personal needs, risk management issues, customer service issues, family, or outside health care provider concerns.

Coordinates the continuity of care for those residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other third party healthcare- related services.

Completes documentation as required by Brookdale or state regulatory agencies.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in a healthcare setting required.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsMedical Assistant Certification preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift: up to 50 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
• Exposure to latex
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
• Requires Travel: Frequently

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$19.37 - $24.21 / hour