Resident Wellness & Care Coordinator

SUNSHINE DUNEDIN; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNSHINE DUNEDIN is seeking a supervisor to protect residents’ safety and dignity and to work with the Administrator to meet resident care goals. The role involves supervising Medication Assistants and RCAs as needed and ensuring adherence to facility policies and procedures.

The position requires understanding elderly needs, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining organization and staff scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak clearly and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be aware and understand the needs of the elderly.
• Must be able to recognize unusual behavior or physical condition of residents and report observations to the resident care supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Read all entries and initial the Communication Log from the prior shift at the beginning of shift.
• Supervise all medication passes and report any errors or discrepancies to Administrator.
• Ensure safety of residents through appropriate behavioral interventions.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and assist with activities as assigned by the Activities Director.
• Coordinate EMS and families in emergency situations.
• Maintain the appearance of dining rooms, living rooms, and hallways for guests and families.
• Maintain infection control through proper hand washing.
• Maintain a monthly staffing schedule for resident care aides and med techs and ensure shifts are filled.
• Report unusual conditions or resident problems to the Executive Director/Assistant Executive Director.
• Follow through with resolving Resident Observation Reports.
• Enter resident notes daily into the computer.
• Give facility tours to visitors when possible.
• Answer phones as needed.
• Take residents to the doctor when possible.
• Submit OTC label requests to doctors when families bring medicines for residents.
• Maintain list of residents to be seen by the doctor coming that week.
• Maintain the appointment book and keep parties informed.
• Submit new prescriptions to pharmacy for same-day filling.
• Submit zero refill requests to the appropriate doctor.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Read, write, speak clearly and follow written and oral instructions

Job description

SUNSHINE DUNEDIN is seeking a supervisor to protect residents’ safety and dignity and to work with the Administrator to meet resident care goals. The role involves supervising Medication Assistants and RCAs as needed and ensuring adherence to facility policies and procedures.

The position requires understanding elderly needs, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining organization and staff scheduling.