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Valley Care Management

Resident Care Director

Valley Care Management, Tazewell, Virginia, United States, 24651

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Position Summary: Assist in assessing resident care needs and implementing appropriate action; implement nursing policies and procedures; supervise staffing for the nursing department; supervise the quality of nursing care provided to the residents; and function as a designated staff person in charge when indicated.

Position Responsibilities – Service

Direct, evaluate and supervise all resident care

Interpret existing policy and procedure to nursing staff, resident, families and physicians

Review documentation on resident admitted and compare physician orders with each resident’s plan of care to assure appropriate implementation of the physician’s plan of care

Oversee, support, and educate medication aides

Education and in-service training to nursing staff

Participate in department head meetings

Assist new employees in following facility policies and procedures

Implement and review Individual service plans (care plans) per regulations

Assess potential or new residents

Assist with admission and discharge process

Assist with nursing new hire, yearly training, and evaluations

Report change in condition of residents to administrator

Answer business phones

Tour inquiring individuals

Answering call bells and respond to alarms

All other duties assigned

Team Effort

Assist in the development and updating of each resident care plan (ISP)

Assist in ensuring compliance with State and Local Regulations

Chaperone activities outside the facility as needed

Action

Identify resident issues and communicate them to the Administrator and the resident’s physician

Keep the environment safe for residents

Provide one-on-one support/visitation to residents

Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention and follow-up

Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils

Reputation

Maintain professional relationships with all employees

Maintain good hygiene and a professional appearance

Success

Contribute to resident satisfaction by ensuring that customer's expectations are met or exceeded

Maintain efficient and appropriate communication with residents, family members and guests

Contribute to marketing efforts through appropriate interaction with prospective residents and guests

Essential skills, experience and abilities

Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Strong customer orientation to older adults

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy

Ability to read, write, and comprehend

Meet the licensing requirements of a licensed nurse (LPN/RN)

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