What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Coordinator (RN) position at Regency Healthcare and Rehab?
Regency Senior Living is a Non-Mandate Company:
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Plan, organize and direct the overall operation of overall services in SCALF in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines to foster the highest degree of quality care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience:
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Plan, organize and direct the overall operation of overall services in SCALF in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines to foster the highest degree of quality care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Develop, review, and revise standards, guidelines, forms and job descriptions
- Provide and/or promote staff educational programs, monitor attendance and compliance with mandatory training as required
- Participate in regularly scheduled management meetings
- Coordinate the completion of the admission, discharge, and evaluation materials and process for all residents. Ensure appropriate documentation including functional assessments.
- Ensure that all resident rights and responsibilities are protected and enforced
- Establish and maintain a close liaison with residents and families
- Promote an environment that allows residents to function as independently as possible
- Collaborate with the Medical Director and other professional service providers
- Coordinate with appropriate department directors and supervisors for services provided to the residents
- Maintain all documentation required by state agencies
- Organize and promote educational opportunities for residents and families
- Comply with state and federal requirements and regulations
- Maintain current knowledge for scope of practice for self and support staff
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth, related to clinical standards of practice, gerontology, rehabilitation, organization, management, regulatory agencies, infection control, and interpersonal skills
- Monitor usage of supplies and equipment and plan for long-range equipment replacement
- Review, investigate and resolve customer grievances in cooperation with the Administrator
- Develop and coordinate the QA and QI process
- Participate in presentations to appropriate community organizations and individuals to meet community established occupancy goals. Promotes a positive image
- Maintain and dispose of discontinued controlled substances per state pharmacy regulations
- Any other duties as assigned by Executive Director or Supervisor
- Recruit, train, and schedule SCALF nursing and direct care staff
- Supervise all members of the Nursing department with assistance of ED including coordinating and approving time off, conducting performance evaluations, counseling, and directing and managing the workflow for the department
- Supervise staff to provide quality services in a caring environment, which strives to preserve the residents’ independence and self-respect.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to exchange information and address issues affecting resident care
- Promote job satisfaction
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience:
- Licensed Registered Nurse with a current license in good standing.
- Two years experience in long-term care
- Three years previous management experience