Position Title: R.N. Resident Care Coordinator

Salary: $35.0875 per hour

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.



Minimum Requirements:

A Bachelors Degree in Nursing AND two (2) years of experience in a long-term care or health care facility OR an Associates Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma AND three (3) years experience in a long-term care or health care facility. Experience with MDS (Minimum Data Set) is preferred.

MUST SHOW PROOF OF A CURRENT LICENSE TO PRACTICE AS A REGISTERED NURSE IN PENNSYLVANIA AND HAVE CURRENT CPR/BLS CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.


Position Summary:



Overview:


Duties:

  • Directs the daily functions of the Nursing Assistants, LPNs, and RNs.
  • Plans, supervises, and evaluates the delivery of resident care and activities.
  • Provides nursing care. Ensures nursing procedures are followed accurately and timely.
  • Conducts the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Conference. Reviews resident care plans.
  • Ensures medical supplies and equipment are maintained on each unit.
  • Monitors medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure they are properly administered.
  • Performs quality improvement audits and serves on the QI Committee and Subcommittee.
  • Assists in the implementation of quality assurance measures.
  • Completes employee performance appraisals. Implements disciplinary actions as recommended.
  • Reviews and investigates complaints and incident reports. Recommends corrective actions.
  • Performs other related duties as requested or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Nursing and medical practices and the laws and regulations that govern long-term care.
  • Principles and practices of leadership and supervision of employees.
  • Policies and procedures regarding infection control.

Skill in:


Ability to:

  • Prepare and administer medications and treatments.
  • Supervise the quality of care and treatment provided to residents.
  • Plan, implement, and interpret the resident treatment plan.
  • Communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff.
  • Work with ill, disabled, and elderly people within a long-term care facility and to perform physical tasks such as lifting residents into and out of beds and pushing wheelchairs, etc.

Residency: Not required to live in Allegheny County
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D