What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN) position at University Park Care Center?
Position Summary The RN Unit Care Coordinator is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
One (1) Year Geriatric Nursing Experience Preferred
Advanced knowledge in field of practice
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor
Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
Coordinate patient care plans and services
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
One (1) Year Geriatric Nursing Experience Preferred
Advanced knowledge in field of practice
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor
Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
Coordinate patient care plans and services
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language