LPN - Health Unit Coordinator - HUC
Company: Genesis HealthCare
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: November 11, 2024
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Job Description:
LPN DESK NURSE M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM NO WEEKENDS -Position does
require HUC to assist with patients as needed. -Genesis is one of
the nations' leading provider of healthcare services from
short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options
and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is
delivered by bringing together people like you -- passionate,
highly skilled and motivated to make a difference. -Why Genesis? We
improve the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality
healthcare and everyday compassion!*We Care Deeply about YOU!
Guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program, we
foster a culture of care and compassion. We focus on improving the
quality of care through creativity and innovation, honesty and
integrity in all we do.*We Develop YOU! We provide career ladders,
education and training opportunities so you can build a long and
successful career with Genesis.*We Appreciate YOU! We value your
contributions to the Genesis mission and vision and instill an
environment of teamwork and enjoyment in working together. We
recognize and celebrate our shared successes.*We are Committed to
YOU! We know you are the vital link between Genesis, our patients
and residents! We inspire you to be your best self.*We Protect YOU!
We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards.
-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.
-Position Highlights*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. -Benefits*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life
insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off*Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
*Variable compensation plans*Inclusive workplace with DEI
committee*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts*Employee
Assistance Program to support mental health*Employee Foundation to
financially assist through unforeseen hardshipsRestrictions apply
based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and
factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or
casual), job grade, location, and length of service.
-SHARECHU2Qualifications:*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
Other Info
Keywords: Genesis HealthCare, Philadelphia , LPN - Health Unit Coordinator - HUC, Healthcare , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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