Overview:
Amivie provides essential community-based services to adults with intellectual and mental health disabilities, promoting independence, inclusion, and a high quality of life.
The Designated Coordinator role executes the agency's person-centered approach, ensuring all plans and support strategies meet the unique needs, preferences, and goals of each individual.The position requires a strong grasp of person-centered planning principles and the ability to apply them to daily operations.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and complete client intakes in collaboration with the individual served and the interdisciplinary team, ensuring services are person-centered and aligned with the individual's needs, preferences, and goals.
- Develop, implement, review, and update individualized person-centered support and care plans, including the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), Self-Management Assessment (SMA), Individual Abuse Prevention Plan (IAPP), and physician-directed plans of care, as applicable.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable 245-D licensing requirements, agency policies, and regulatory standards, including obtaining required signatures and maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date client records.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and monitoring of client health, safety, functional status, target symptoms, and clinical responses to treatments. Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and modify care plans as needed in collaboration with the appropriate care team.
- Provide direct client care in accordance with established support plans, medical orders, and professional nursing standards, including specialized nursing functions as directed by the physician.
- Administer medications safely, maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MARs), and monitor and track medications, medical supplies, and equipment, as applicable.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of medical histories, assessments, interventions, client progress, treatment responses, and other care-related activities in the designated electronic health record (EHR) system and client files.
- Coordinate medical and psychiatric care, including attending appointments as required, monitoring treatment outcomes, and communicating changes in client status, needs, or response to treatment to the RN Case Manager and relevant team members.
- Collaborate with clients, families, physicians, agency supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care and timely communication regarding client needs and changes in condition.
- Promote client safety, protection from abuse, and overall well-being by following established safety protocols, identifying potential risks, and taking appropriate action when concerns arise.
- Provide staff orientation, training, consultation, and supervision related to individualized client needs, support plans, care procedures, and applicable policies and regulations.
- Prepare quarterly, annual, and other required reports in collaboration with the individual served and the support team to evaluate progress toward established goals and outcomes.
- Educate clients and families regarding health conditions, treatment plans, medication management, and self-care practices to promote independence and optimal health outcomes.
- Respond to staff requests for consultation during and outside regular business hours, including providing guidance in emergency situations, as required by the position.
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving, sound judgment, and the ability to respond appropriately to changing client needs and unexpected situations.
- Perform the physical duties required for the position, including lifting, transfers, and other direct-care activities, in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Holds a current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
A minimum of one year of nursing experience is preferred
Possesses the critical thinking and clinical assessment skills required to precisely monitor patient health status and recognize potential complications.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to successfully engage with patients, family members, and the broader healthcare team.
Capable of managing medical emergencies and delivering appropriate interventions promptly.
Ability to operate autonomously, make sound professional judgements, and adhere to legal and ethical standards.
Strong time management and organizational skills to effectively prioritize and manage diverse tasks and responsibilities.
Demonstrates empathy, patience, and compassion to deliver holistic support and care to patients and their families.
Familiarity with the standard medical equipment, procedures, and supplies utilized in home healthcare environments.
Proficient in utilizing electronic health records (EHR) and related healthcare software applications.
- Fluent in English is required.
- Ability to pass a background check administered by the Department of Human Services (DHS) is required.
- Must meet the qualifications of a Designated Coordinator under 245D licensing regulations.
- A current and valid driver's license is mandatory.
- Consistent and reliable access to a vehicle is essential.
- A satisfactory driving record is required.
- One year of supervisory experience is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals with Mental Health challenges: 2 years (Preferred)
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
Job Type:
- The standard working hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Additional hours outside of the standard schedule may be necessary, contingent upon client needs.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Amivie provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants foremployment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected byfederal, state or local laws.
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