Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Company: Garden Terrace Healthcare Center Of Federal Way
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Federal Way is an all-Medicare Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. We are well known in the community for providing great rehab and nursing services for our residents. We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned, 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S.:We are currently seeking a qualified RN Unit Care Coordinator to add to our team of professionals. As our associate, we believe you are our most valuable resource. We provide an environment where you will thrive, grow, and always feel supported.:Benefits Perks::* Competitive Salary* Medical, Dental Vision Insurance* Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts Healthcare Savings Accounts* Life, ADD, Disability Insurance* Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave Holidays* 401K Savings Plan* Student Loan Reimbursement (up to $9,000)* Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement ($3,000/Year)* CEUs, BLS, and CPR are provided in-house at no cost to applicable employees* Employee Referral Reward Program* PerkSpot Employee Discount Program* Employee Assistance Program* Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities* Fit-for-Life Employee Wellness Program* Free On-Site Parking:Position Summary:The RN Unit Care Coordinator is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:* Nursing diploma (associates or bachelors degree in nursing)* Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.* One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred* CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job Requirements:* Advanced knowledge in field of practice* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action* Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department* Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential Functions:* Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor* Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner* Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being* Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician* Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety* Coordinate patient care plans and services* Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients* Assist in the evacuation of patients* Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance* Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment* Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team* Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours* Read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employerby Jobble

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