Job Description

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

The Health Unit Coordinator-LPN supports the nursing staff with the goal to optimize the professional care services provided to our patients/residents. Under the direction of Unit Manager, Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing, the Health Unit Coordinator-LPN performs administrative support activities required for proper transcription of medication and treatment orders and documenting and coordinating care from patient admission through discharge.

*Fully transcribe and process authorized health practitioner orders under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
*Communicate, coordinate and implement the Genesis Pharmacy Program in the nursing center.
*Collaborate with the Medical Director, Director of Nursing and staff to ensure Pharmacy Program objectives are met.
*Liaise when necessary directly with Pharmacy staff on behalf of the nursing center.
*Support nursing and social services in the scheduling, tracking and maintenance of internal and external healthcare provider appointments from admission through discharge.
*Greet patients/residents, physicians, visitors and staff, and acclimate them to the unit including nursing center policies.

*LPN required.

*Advanced knowledge of medical terminology is required.

*Advanced Knowledge/experience on the job or through formal education in medical order transcription is required.

*Must understand drug flow process from Admission through Discharge.

*Advanced understanding of medications and why certain drugs are used is required.

*Must be proficient using a computer and various applications, e.g. Excel, Pharmacy system

*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

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