Supportive Concepts For Families · 3 weeks ago
HEALTH SERVICE COORDINATOR LPN
Reading, PA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$32/hr - $34/hr
2+ years expSupportive Concepts for Families, Inc. is immediately looking for a part-time dedicated and hard-working Health Services Coordinator/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their medical services team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under the supervision of the Director of Medical Services for individuals in their Behavioral Health and IDD Residential Program.
Health CareMental Health
Responsibilities
Work within the scope of Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act for LPN's in providing for all operation
Follow standardized system to monitor regulatory guidelines and guidance to support consumers for the following areas: Medication, Nutrition, Health & Medical, Psychiatric, Hygiene, Complex Health Issues
Review medication logs as needed and consult with Program Coordinator/On Call person for medication issues, errors, refusals in all IDD community living arrangements
Assist support staff in preparing for doctor appointments as needed
Assist with complex medical appointments in preparing support staff and/or attending appointments
Develop approaches to educate consumers about health care procedures, diagnoses, and treatments
Educate support staff in consumer health care procedures, diagnoses, and treatments
Offer input for development of medical/psychiatric policies and procedures
Participate in preparation and revision of medical protocols
Work to promote and provide staff education and understanding of psychiatric and medical health care policies and procedures
Documentation as needed
Participate in the coordination of service delivery to new and current consumers
Site visits to consumers as scheduled and as needed
Serve as a liaison with PCP/Specialists around healthcare needs of consumers
Provide direct services to consumers such as administration of injections, wound care, etc. as needed
Participate as assigned by the Vice President of Health Services in medical emergencies
Act as a point person in communicating with hospital health care professionals, SCFF supervisors, and support staff
Participate in consumer discharge meetings
Provide health training as required following discharge
Act as a resource for the Positive Approaches Resource Team (PART) to offer medical knowledge when needed
Special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Health Services
Qualification
Required
Active LPN license in the state of Pennsylvania
Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience in a residential, community, or similar setting
Strong patient assessment skills
Ability to provide training, and additional training to direct care staff
Knowledge of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) & Behavioral Health
Knowledge in and experience with OMHSAS/DHS Requirements
Demonstrate clinical competency
The candidate must pass a Criminal Record History Clearance, & FBI as well as possess a valid PA Driver's License
The candidate must pass a Physical & Drug Screening & possess the ability to attend and successfully complete all sponsored trainings
Benefits
A Great Team Environment.
Competitive Wages.
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Company
Supportive Concepts For Families
Supportive Concepts For Families provides a variety of services to individuals diagnosed with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Disorders.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Settembrino
Chief Residential Officer/CEO
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