Regional Care Coordinator LPN

Definition and Role
Provides for the delivery of patient care, works collaboratively and under the direct supervision of the Regional Director of Operations- licensed nurse/provider; communicates effectively with coworkers, patients, family and visitors; provides a safe environment for patients; assists patients in obtaining optimal functioning considering their individual capabilities; performs all functions as delegated by the Advanced Healing Project Specialist; and keeps nursing personnel informed and adheres to the policies and procedures of MedCentris.  Works closely as needed to coordinate care between patients, referral sources and the organization in all places of service such as clinics, home program and nursing homes.This position will cover Houma, Morgan City and Lafayette.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Care Coordination with patients, Nursing Homes, and referral sources for all places of service.
• Promote /exemplify Company mission, vision, and values at all times.
• Receive all intake information and enter the appropriate information in the computer.
• Contacts all appropriate staff with day-to-day changes
• Creates, schedules, and maintains staff schedules in accordance with patient and provider schedules.
• Orders all necessary home visit supplies, capturing supply usage, keeps supplies ready by developing an inventory system.
• Contact patients to verify correct contact information and verifies scheduled home visit.
• Communicate with business development team, discharge planners, and facility contacts to receive new and returning patients in a timely manner.
• Comply with all areas of MedCentris’ Compliance Program and HIPAA regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance of case management notes while maintaining the confidentiality of patient records.
• Expected to cover in an LPN/MA role as needed in all places of service.
• Provide effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.
• Collect, analyze, and record relevant patient health data.
• Develop patient care plans.
• EMR documentation
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities and Duties (WMA/LPN)

• Observes, records and reports to supervising RN/LPN/MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient’s condition.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations
• Assists the RN/LPN/MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.
• Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.
• Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.
• Implements the nursing component of the patient’s plan of care.
• Assists the RN/LPN/MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient.  (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA).    
• Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.
• Notifies RN/LPN/MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient’s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.
• Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient’s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient’s overall health status.  
• May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record.  Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.    
• Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.:  TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.
• May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are
• Within the realm of practice for a Medical Assistant, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.
• Responsible for “all other duties assigned”.
• Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company’s EHR.
• Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.  
• Travel required to various clinic locations within a 150 mile radius of home clinic.
  
  

Physical Requirements

·         Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.

·         Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.

·         Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.

·         Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.

Qualifications

• LPN/MA level education
• One-year experience in general office environment
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
• Demonstrates proven decision-making skills.
• Must read, write and comprehend English.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.