Health Service Coordinator (LPN)

Verland is hiring Exceptional People to provide Compassionate Care as a Health Service Coordinator (LPN) for our Residential locations - CLA division. Location:Moon Twp, PA 15108 Shift available:8am - 4pm Monday - Friday - ON CALL 24/7*this may change based on needs of individuals/program   The Health Services Coordinator (LPN) is responsible for assisting in organizing and administering  all health services provided to individuals. This is a salaried, exempt position.  Contributions: ON CALL 24 hours a day / 7 days a week to address reported medical concernsOversee/guide Program Specialists, Program Coordinators, and staff in areas of health management, health promotion, medication monitoring, administration, and documentation. Monitor for consistent implementation of health-related portions of ISP-addressing, as needed, to ensure prescribed plan of care is followed.Complete the Medical portion of the ISP and submit to Program Specialists by established deadline. Individual assessment, as needed, for acute and chronic medical concerns.Assess potential new admissions to determine if medical needs can be met at available home. Develop in-services, as needed, to educate Program Specialists, Program Coordinators, staff, and individuals when appropriate when new diagnosis/treatment plan is ordered to ensure that individual’s health care needs are met. Physical and phone assessment of individuals to address medical concerns reported by  those working in the home; direct staff, Program Specialists, and Program Coordinators on course of action; and contact physician/pharmacy as needed. Attend medical appointments, as needed, to ensure that health care needs of the individuals are met.Communicate with individuals’ families and guardians, as needed, to address healthrelated concerns.Manage appropriate disease/medication protocols (lab/diagnostic testing) and ensure that recommended health maintenance procedures (colonoscopy, mammogram, Dexa  Scan, etc.) are addressed. Review and complete Health Services review for all internal incident reports.Complete medical summary for all reportable incidents (including hospital and ER trips, follow-up appointments, etc.); email Incident Manager and obtain copies of hospital  records for inclusion in individuals’ medical records/forward to Incident Manager for inclusion in incident file.Review all medical visitation forms to ensure that all recommendations and follow-up appointments/procedures are completed and that regulatory requirements are met.  Maintain an appointment schedule for each individual to monitor that all regulatory and follow-up appointments are scheduled and attended. Coordinate physician visits.Maintain medical history for each individual including diagnoses, immunizations, diagnostic testing, and hospitalization/ER visits. Maintain current Medical Visit Record (updated as needed for changes in diagnosis, medication, allergies, insurance, etc.) and forward to Program Specialists so that most accurate information is available when individuals are taken to medical appointments.Maintain current Psych Medication Review form (as needed for individuals on Psychoactive medications).Complete Annual Physical form providing current/accurate diagnosis, medication, health maintenance, physical limitation, and diet information prior to physical. After physical, review form for completion by provider. Administration/interpretation of individuals’ Mantoux TB testing as needed.Review all medical/pharmacy bills for approval of payment and contact provider to dispute charges as needed.Communicate with Pharmacy (i.e., new orders, change in directions, ordering of additional doses) when needed. Return d/c medications as needed. Check all chronic medications with MAR every month (PRIOR to them being  administered by staff). Compare current MAR to the following month’s MAR to ensure  that all medications are continued.Review all MARs and Personal Care Records for the previous month to ensure that Medication Administration Class requirements for documentation have been followed,  that all documentation on the MAR is completed, and forward list of needed corrections  and recommended corrective action to Medication Practicum Observers, Program Director, Residential Manager, and Trainer.Maintain Medication Trainer status (through state-approved course); responsible for ongoing monitoring/certification of Medication Practicum Observers (Program Specialists/Coordinators); and assist with Weekly MAR reviews when Practicum  Observers are on vacation, LOA, etc. Hepatitis B administration for staff. Perform other duties as required. Exceptional Benefits:Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)Competitive PTO Plan8 Paid HolidaysIncentive in lieu of Medical coverageCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Wellbeing ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportMust be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current Pennsylvania Registration. Must have at least one year of experience in an acute facility or related field (rehabilitation, extended care facility).The Health Services Coordinator must possess a working knowledge of professional standards and current nursing trends. Must have the ability to comprehend individual records, physicians’ orders, and to communicate information effectively. Must be able to establish working relationships with other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. Must be able to document individual care in a comprehensive manner, according to  professional and legal standards.Must have all required clearances and maintain a valid Driver’s License. APPLY TODAY to make a lasting impact!Visit https://www.verland.org/ to learn more about what makes Verland expectational!Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  PI95e1e448ca69-25405-39739711

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