Geriatric LPN Care Coordination Specialist

Life Care Centers of America; West Haven (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an LPN Personal Care Unit Care Coordinator to work with patients, families, and care teams to promote well-being and safe transitions from the facility.

You will coordinate care plans, document accurately, administer medications as ordered, respond to emergencies, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards. This on-site position requires LPN licensure and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care to promote patients' overall 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 with RN.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

LPN diploma/certificate

Active LPN/LVN license

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an LPN Personal Care Unit Care Coordinator to work with patients, families, and care teams to promote well-being and safe transitions from the facility.

You will coordinate care plans, document accurately, administer medications as ordered, respond to emergencies, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards. This on-site position requires LPN licensure and CPR certification.