LPN, Client Care Manager

Socket.dev; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Earth Angels Home Care in Antigonish is seeking a compassionate LPN, Client Care Manager, to oversee delivery of home care services and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with the Caregiver Manager and Scheduler to coordinate care plans, support families, and grow the agency's reputation through excellent client service.

Qualifications

• Current and valid LPN registration in Nova Scotia.
• 3–5 years in client care management or similar home care roles.
• Strong understanding of home care services and provincial regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to develop individualized care plans and coordinate services.
• Proficient in documentation and maintaining client records.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onboarding assessments and develop individualized care plans with clients/families.
• Serve as primary liaison, addressing concerns and maintaining client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Caregiver Manager to orient and monitor caregivers.
• Ensure compliance with provincial regulations and agency policies.
• Coordinate services including personal care, meals, medications reminders, and transport.
• Monitor client satisfaction and support referral growth in the community.

Skills

LPN

Client care management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

LPN registration in Nova Scotia

Job description

Earth Angels Home Care is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized home care services that enhance the well-being and satisfaction of our clients. We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and clinically skilled LPN, Client Care Manager to join our team in Antigonish. This role is crucial in ensuring seamless service delivery, fostering strong client relationships, and upholding our commitment to excellence within the region.

Position Summary

As an LPN, Client Care Manager at Earth Angels Home Care, your primary responsibility is to oversee the delivery of high-quality, personalized home care services to our clients in Colchester, leveraging your Licensed Practical Nurse expertise. You will serve as the central point of contact and coordination for clients and their families, ensuring client satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and actively contributing to the growth and positive reputation of the agency. You will work collaboratively with the Caregiver Manager and Scheduler & Administrator to deliver exceptional care.

Key Responsibilities

I. Client Onboarding & Assessments

• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, including performing in-home visits to understand their living environment

• Develop, document, and implement individualized care plans in active collaboration with clients, their families, and the interdisciplinary care team, incorporating clinical considerations as an LPN.

• Provide clear and supportive guidance to clients and their families regarding available services, the care planning process, and their rights and responsibilities.

II. Client Relations & Support

• Serve as the primary liaison for clients and their families, proactively addressing any concerns, inquiries, or issues related to the provided care services in a timely and effective manner.

• Cultivate and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients and their families, fostering trust and ensuring their ongoing satisfaction with the care received.

• Act as a dedicated advocate for the unique needs, preferences, and overall well-being of each client, ensuring their voice is heard and respected.

• Monitor overall client satisfaction and care quality from the client's perspective.

III. Care Team Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the staffing team to facilitate the assignment of qualified and compatible caregivers based on the specific requirements outlined in the client's care plan and their individual preferences.

• Work in conjunction with the Caregiver Manager to ensure that caregivers are thoroughly oriented to the care plan, possess the necessary skills and knowledge, and are consistently providing safe, effective, and timely care to clients.

• Communicate effectively with the Caregiver Manager regarding caregiver performance issues or client complaints related to care delivery.

IV. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant provincial regulations, licensing standards, and Earth Angels Home Care policies and procedures governing the provision of home care services, with a strong emphasis on clinical best practices.

• Continuously monitor and evaluate the quality of care delivered by conducting regular client reviews, in-person follow-up visits, and soliciting feedback from clients and caregivers.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of all client interactions, assessments, care plans, progress notes, and any significant events in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.

V. Service Coordination

• Coordinate a range of essential services for clients, including personal care, companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, and transportation arrangements, ensuring seamless integration with the individualized care plan.

• Proactively adjust and update care plans as clients' needs evolve due to changes in their health status or personal circumstances, ensuring clear and timely communication of these changes to all relevant stakeholders.

• Provide on-call phone support to address urgent client or caregiver needs outside of regular business hours, as required.

VI. Client Retention & Growth

• Actively monitor client satisfaction levels, analyze feedback received, and implement strategies to continuously improve the quality and responsiveness of our services, thereby enhancing client retention.

• Assist in business development efforts by fostering positive relationships within the community, identifying potential referral sources, and upholding the agency's positive reputation for excellence in home care.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) registration/license in Nova Scotiarequired.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in client care management, case management, or a similar role within a home care or healthcare setting.

• Strong understanding of home care services, provincial regulations, and licensing standards.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a client-centric approach.

• Ability to develop individualized care plans and coordinate a range of services.

• Proficient in documentation and maintaining accurate client records.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.