Job Description
Company Description
Christian Living Communities (CLC) Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to and known for shattering the stereotypes of aging services. Our team is revolutionizing senior living communities by breaking down barriers and embracing the wisdom, experience and vitality of our elders! In other words, we are working to create citizenship for all those who work and live in our Communities.
We welcome people of all beliefs, or non-beliefs, and we welcome and encourage people from all faiths and backgrounds to apply to our positions. At CLC - Cappella, we believe that a diverse workforce with a wealth of experiences and talents helps our entire organization through fresh ideas and perspectives, opportunities for innovation, and better practices. We believe that by honoring and celebrating our diversity, we create unity.
Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) manages a number of independent nonprofit organizations, including Green House Homes at Mirasol, a senior living community in Loveland, Colorado.
In some cases, the information in a job description may have skills that you are not sure are in line with your previous experience. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, and if you have valid licensure/certification (if required), please still consider applying with us. We have found that diversity of experience and skills, combined with a passion for working with older adults makes for an excellent team member. We are serious about providing equal pay for equal work, and post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges so you know what to expect!
We are also excited to have received the “Worlds Best Workplace” designation for 2023 – 2024 which came through our own Employee’s positive feedback about our workplace!
Job Description
Position Summary
The primary responsibility of your job position is to support the Clinical Coordinator in fulfilling all nursing administrative duties, including direct, coordinate and lead MDS Systems, Medicare A, Medicare B and all other insurance providers, as well as conduct care coordination for case management following the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities. Working with the Clinical Coordinator, you will divide nursing administrative duties in a way that will ensure the well-being of the elders, compliance with all state and federal guidelines, and the capturing of reimbursement due the community. Incumbent is delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Essential Duties
Manages and coordinates care with the rehabilitation team
Assess elders in all areas needed to complete annual and quarterly MDS forms
Write and update Care Plans as needed per assessments and monitor that acute care plans are current
Assess elders for need for restraints and obtain all needed consents and physician’s orders
Coordinate the process of assessing incontinent elders for need for bladder or bowel retraining or toileting programs
Implement adaptive behavior programs and other interventions consistent with the care plan for each individual resident
May direct the restorative nursing program
Assess strategies for capturing the highest burden of care delivered to elders and is responsible for implementation of strategies to ensure quality outcomes and fiscal responsibility for the community assessments
Assists with leadership within the community participating in daily PSS, weekly and monthly triple check
Complete pre-admission assessments and participate in the decision making process regarding new admissions
Complete Quality Management Reports based on Quality Measures, develop action plans and report on process and outcomes of these action plans
Serve on or chair the Medication Review Committee and Pain Review Committee
Participate in or assist with the following programs: Restraint, Pain Management, Quality Management, Fall Management
Assist in evaluation of the effectiveness of policies and procedures and make suggestions for revision in the interest of more effective services
Provide clinical education to nurses
Perform administrative duties such as evaluations, studies and audits as needed
Administer and track necessary inoculations of both elders and staff. ( TB, Flu, etc.)
Helps maintain the physical, social and psychological environment
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with all nursing personnel, elders and families; present professional image to the consumer through dress, behavior and speech
Participate in new staff general orientation
Serve on committees such as infection control, safety, Performance Improvement, Adaptive Behavior and Culture Change. May serve as chair of some of these committees; attends department supervisor and staff meetings
Receives direction from Clinical Coordinator and completes delegated tasks in his/her absence.
Act as Manager on Call per protocol
Functions as a Charge or Treatment/Medication Nurse as required, with or without notice
Must follow all safety procedures; reports accident/incident hazards; assist with infection control in identifying risks; follows established infection and universal precautions policies and procedures; monitor the use and handling of equipment to ensure safe usage and avoid waste or breakage
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information as well as staff information; adheres to HIPAA
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Perform all other duties as requestedQualifications
Basic Qualifications & Experience
Must have knowledge of insurance procedures, contracts, etc., covering business transactions
Must have basic computer operation and typing skills for data input; must be able to navigate touch screen computers
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures as well as regulations and guidelines that pertain to long term care
Must be knowledgeable of computer systems, system applications, and other office equipment
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; current RN license in the State of Colorado preferred.
Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years experience in an administrative supervisory capacity in a hospital or nursing facility.
Complete the required courses for credentialing through the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators and maintain certification thereafter
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the Green House.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and /or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of elders during emergency situations.
Additional Information
If you are considering a position at Christian Living Communities Cappella Living Solutions, we have a wide range of benefits to consider! These may vary based on the status of the role (PT, FT, or PRN).
• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan
We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities – a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.
We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range. This position will be accepting applications through May 15, 2024.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.