Licensed Practical Nurse Assessment Coordinator LPN

Company: The Gardens at Scranton
Location: Scranton
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

824 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18510, USA

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse Assessment Coordinator LPN for our skilled nursing facility The Gardens at Scranton in Scranton, PA!

The primary purpose of the job position is to conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of the state and the policies and goals of this facility.

Shift Available: Full Time

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Responsibilities

• Routinely assess residents according to pre-set schedules, or on an "as needed" basis for condition changes, hospital return, etc.
• Responsible for accurate observation, assessment and communication of condition changes to appropriate personnel
• Assures completion of assessments and CAAs by other departments such as Social Services, Activities, Dietary, and obtain corresponding signatures
• Complete other sections of MDS, quarterlies, CAA's and care plans etc., in absence of other personnel
• Initiate care plans based upon resident needs identified in the Resident Assessment Protocols and for updating the care plans according to guidelines
• Prepares and distributes MDS schedule to interdisciplinary team
• Transmit MDS to state weekly (or as required) and maintain accurate records, including a transmittal log
  Qualifications:
  
  • Licensure and Registration by the State Board of Nurse Examiners as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
  • Over two years of previous long-term care assessment coordinator experience
    Benefits Offered:
    
    • Paid Time Off (PTO), To be used at your discretion for; Vacation, Sick, &/or Personal time
    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
    • 401K
    • & many more!
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