Home Care Coordinator LPN

Over 50 years of Service

Incorporated in 1961, EveryAge has a rich tradition of commitment to seniors and offers choices in lifestyle options, allowing residents to focus on what's really important and matters most to them. Through its collection of programs and services, EveryAge supports all ages at every stage of living: those we serve and those we employ. EveryAge is also collaboration dedicated to caring for others and adding life to the years of those we serve.

Our Mission: A Christian ministry providing vibrant living, diverse programs or outreach, and compassionate services.

Our Vision: Enriching lives by providing the right services, at the right time, in the right setting.

Core Values:

Compassion- We treat all individuals with understanding, care and respect.

Integrity- We are honest, accountable, and transparent in our services, communications, and fulfillment of our mission.

Quality- We strive to provide excellent service, surpassing ordinary standards and expectations.

Innovation- We are continually changing in order to meet new needs.

People- We are committed to hiring and investing in dedicated, passionate people.

Value- We aim to be the provider of choice, making services accessible to as many people as possible.

The Home Care Coordinator LPN orchestrates the delivery of health care services for PACE participants in all care settings according to their plan of care.

Carolina SeniorCare - Home Care Coordinator LPN

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. One or more years working with the frail and elderly population.

2. Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation. Must be able to meet Carolina SeniorCare' auto insurance carrier's standards for coverage.

3. Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing. Current North Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required (will certify on site).

4. Experience: Minimum of one year of experience providing skilled nursing care.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary teamwork. Ability to identify, understand, and address participants' medical and social needs. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Perform home visits in all living situations and conditions.
• Identifies service delivery problems and uses good judgment and critical thinking in managing solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists with the scheduling of initial and periodic assessments in participants' living environment and at the PACE Center (minimally every six months) to facilitate in developing and monitoring of each participant's plan of care.

2. Acts as home care liaison to the IDT, gives report of the medical, functional, and psychosocial condition of participants as needed.

3. Coordinates nursing care in the home through collaboration with other health care professionals by ensuring services delivered are consistent with plan of care.

4. Coordinates transitions of care by maintaining cooperative working relationships with outside facilities (hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and skilled nursing facilities), caregivers, and team members.

5. Coordinates 24-hour care delivery and the implementation of all home care services which include personal care services to ensure that quality services are provided to meet participant needs.

6. Reconciles invoices for personal care service hours and home supplies.

7. Coordinates any DME for participants in nursing facilities according to program standards. Includes interaction with other facility staff. Assists with discharge planning efforts from nursing facility to home and arranges appropriate care as part of discharge plan as approved by IDT.

8. Works closely with the clinic RN and PCP regarding in-home nursing needs. Works with Social Worker to provide community resources for participant needs.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: Hourly rate will be based upon skills and qualifications