Medication & Discharge Coordinator (LVN) (52899)

Redwood Coast PACE with Humboldt Senior Resource Center is looking for a full-time Medication and Discharge Coordinator. Redwood Coast PACE a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a comprehensive health plan for older adults who wish to remain living in their home and community. We provide medical social nutritional rehabilitation and support services for eligible adults. At Redwood Coast PACE the goal is to help people stay as healthy and independent as possible. Because their health is monitored on a regular basis many PACE participants report fewer health crises and better overall health.

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

JOB SUMMARY: Under administrative direction and supervision of the Clinical Nurse Coordinator responsible for aiding the clinic team with medication coordination and discharge planning of Redwood Coast PACE participants. Responsible for maintaining pharmacy database as well as ordering distribution and discontinuing of participants medications per provider orders. Maintains all required documentation for medication and treatment administration. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement effective discharge plans for PACE participants who are being discharged from various healthcare settings such as hospitals rehabilitation centers or skilled nursing facilities. Position works closely with participants their families caregivers and community resources to facilitate a safe and successful transition back to their homes and to promote optimal medication adherence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Medication Coordination

1. Processes all medication orders for participants through direct input or processing of medication orders input by provider. Provides full complete and legal prescriptions to dispensing pharmacy as defined by pharmacy protocol and State/Federal regulation.
2. Coordinates with pharmacy and Clinic to maintain participant medication schedules through implementation of new medication orders mid-cycle medication changes discontinuations and reconciliations through transition process.
3. Responsible for medication reconciliation through transition periods (Long Term Care (LTC)/Hospital/Assisted Living Facility (ALF) discharge) for all participants and facilitating any changes required.
4. Communicates with both Redwood Coast PACE and community-based providers in regard to medication orders clarifications and pharmacy recommendations as well as communication between pharmacy and prescriber.
5. Coordinates with local pharmacies to obtain urgent medications that are not available through on-site dispensing. Coordination involves transmission of medication order demographics and insurance billing information.
6. Inventories and maintains on-site medication stock as provided through pharmacy as well as applicable equipment computer maintenance and reporting functions.
7. Enters all medication orders for new enrollments setting up pharmacy cycle delivery system assistive systems if needed linking diagnosis information to medications (through written History and Physical (H&P)) and verifying all information in writing with participants primary care provider. Coordinates medications for dis-enrolling participants to provide as needed for a period of twenty-eight (28) days after leaving program.
8. Communicates with participant and/or family as needed or required.
9. Conducts medication reconciliation through transition periods (Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)/Hospital/Assisted Living Facility (ALF) discharge). Handles participant health information necessary to document maintain patient privacy/confidentially and carry out responsibilities of the position.
10. Coordinates delivery of medications to participants residences or facilities as needed utilizing PACE transportation or contracted courier services.

Discharge Coordination:

1. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) including physicians nurses therapists social workers and other healthcare professionals to contribute to assessment of participants needs and develop comprehensive discharge plans based on their individual requirements.
2. Coordinate with healthcare providers community organizations and service agencies to arrange necessary resources equipment and support services required for participants successful discharge and transition.
3. Ensure seamless transitions by arranging transportation ensuring scheduling of follow-up appointments coordinating medication management and communicating pertinent information to the receiving healthcare team.
4. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all IDT assessments discharge plans coordination efforts and participant interactions in compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
5. Serve as an advocate for participants ensuring their needs and preferences are communicated effectively to the healthcare team and assisting in resolving any barriers to quality care.
6. Participate in quality improvement initiatives performance monitoring and outcome measurement efforts to enhance the discharge planning process and overall participant experience.

General:

1. Acts in a manner consistent with agency values.
2. Other duties as assigned including providing other nursing services as directed by the Clinical Nurse Coordinator.

EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

1. Must have a high school diploma or GED Equivalent and successful completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification program.
2. One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.
3. Relevant experience in discharge planning care coordination case management medication administration/coordination or a related healthcare field.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

1. Must be a current Licensed Vocational Nurse by the California Board of Vocational Nursing.
2. Current CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire.
3. Valid California Drivers License and personal auto liability insurance required. Must have a personal vehicle in good driving/operating condition insured for State minimum liability requirements and that can be used for the applicable job functions noted above.

PRE-SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Requires clearance of a DOJ and FBI criminal history background check
2. Pre-employment physical and PPD skin test.
3. Requires Motor Vehicle Report verification.
4. COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccination preferred.

JOB SKILLS:

1. Knowledge and experience working with complex interpersonal and clinical situations.
2. Sound verbal and written communication skills to convey information effectively. Ability to communicate effectively and openly with other team members on participants status and needs.
3. Ability to work independently and within an IDT representing a diverse team of various occupations.
4. Possess strong administrative and organizational skills.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills that result in maintaining a positive attitude team-building and contribute to effective work relationships.
6. Ability to use good judgment resourcefulness flexibility and problem-solving skills.
7. Medical care management knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate and coordinate services in alignment with participant care plans.
8. Ability and interest to work with frail elderly or disabled adults to enhance and encourage their independence.
9. Demonstrates the ability to comply with required government regulations.
10. Demonstrates administrative and organizational skills; has ability to train and delegate responsibility among staff.
11. Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly written and orally including ability to speak to community groups and organizations.
12. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and to problem-solve.
13. Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team remaining flexible to changes in job tasks.
14. Ability to incorporate an understanding of detailed requirements in work activities.
15. Ability to develop and implement action plans.
16. Ability to coordinate advocate and cooperate with other agencies for seniors with tact and diplomacy.
17. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and relevant computer programs and software (e.g. electronic health record software email internet). Knowledge of web-based applications such as timekeeping training and email programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to sit at a desk and interact with a computer screen for extended periods of time.
2. Hand and arm strength sufficient to operate a keyboard for several hours each day.
3. Physical abilities sufficient to move between different staff work areas communicate with staff and the public operate a computer produce reports talk on the telephone and travel to other alternative worksites.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed. They are not to be considered an exhaustive list of all job tasks performed. The agency reserves the right to change job descriptions work hours or work sites as required by the program.

The Humboldt Senior Resource Center is a private non-profit multi-purpose senior center providing a continuum of social and health related services. The agency currently holds contracts with the California Department of Aging and Area 1 Agency on Aging.

The Humboldt Senior Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms or conditions of employment based on race color national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation age religion physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy breastfeeding gender identity marital status citizenship status military or veteran status genetic information or other basis protected by applicable federal or state law.