Medical Coordinator (RN)

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Make a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others. Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family. We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive. We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team at our facility in Robstown, Texas. ALL Benefits available on the first day of employment. 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insurance Retirement plan options Additional employer sponsored benefits available Ask your recruiter for a complete overview of the benefits available to you. Hourly Rate: $43.86 an hour. Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Work Schedule: 11am-8pm Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday Academic Req: Required – Graduate from accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program Certifications : Current, unrestricted LVN or LPN license within the state program is located, current BLS certifications (PALS preferred), First aid, CPR. Work experience: Required- Minimum of one (1) year employment experience as a LVN/LPN in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination; Preferred – Pediatric nursing experience. Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables: 1. Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position. 2. Have extensive knowledge of medical documentation to be able to decipher, correct and instruct staff on proper documentation methods in accordance with federal guidelines. 3. Complete all nursing duties and provide all health care services relevant to this position in compliance with all regulatory authorities, and program protocols, procedures and supervisory instructions including, but not limited to, active and ongoing nursing assessments, charting, scheduling of appointments, routine observations, isolation observations, wellness checks, immunizations, all required documentation and reporting. 4. Effectively communicate, support, and interact with the Lead Medical Coordinator and Regional Director on policy and procedure issues affecting the quality of health care services on campus. 5. When directed, communicate with pharmacies on ordering prescription medications, check medication deliveries for accuracy and compliance with provider’s orders and remediate any discrepancies. 6. Assist in maintaining adequate over the counter medication supplies for assigned service population facility. 7. Assist in arranging the transport of children to health care appointments including; doctor, dentist, therapy, counseling, lab, and other required transporting visits. 8. Maintain all written and electronic medical health care records. 9. Maintain confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements and Compass Connections confidentiality protocol and procedures. 10. Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations. 11. Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and sexually provocative behavior and implement professional response, reporting and documenting procedures. 12. Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment and following the direction of the Lead Medical Coordinator. 13. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times. Other Responsibilities: 1. Collect, enter, and ensure documentation for medical staff at designated site(s), to ensure all required duties meet or exceed program guidelines and best practices established by State and Federal partners. 2. Follow and implement recommendations of the advanced practice provider (APP) and Lead Medical Coordinator (RN) regarding best practices and Compass Connections Medical protocols and procedures. 3. Monitor established health care plans for service population at the site(s) within the timeframe established by our State and Federal partners. 4. Ensure accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures, contract and regulatory requirements and standards and program timeline requirements. 5. Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by program and federal partners. 6. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: 1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment. 2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request. 3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks. 4. Demonstrate the ability to: a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals. c. Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment. d. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. e. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position. f. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. 5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures. 6. Must complete and sign Operations Policy and Procedure review and certification. 7. Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for the following: a. MMR b. Varicella c. HepB d. HepA e. Tetanus f. PPD g. Meningococcal (preferred) 8. Must be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking, lifting of patients, stretching, and bending. 9. Must be able to work in a team environment. 10. Must be able to maintain professional people skills, including oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication skills. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. 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