Come join our awesome team as a LPN (Med Room) with Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE in Montrose. We offer great benefits and a great work environment!

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Pay: $29 - $35.25 per hour based on previous work experience.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, on call one-night per week; occasional weekends.

Employer/Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees:

• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• NEW! NetSpend option: 50% of wages before payday
• Ministry Program

The LPN (Med Room) is responsible for the effective management and provision participant medications provided via the PACE medication department. Administers medications, implements primary care orders, and evaluates participant needs physically and/or by telephone. Provides education to Senior CommUnity Care participant and caregiver in regard to plan of care and medications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a school of professional nursing required.
• Current Colorado Practical Nurses License (L.P.N.).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in working with the frail or elderly population required.
• Intravenous Venous (IV) Certification preferred.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Broad knowledge base of health care problems of the frail elderly.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skilled in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports and responding to correspondence.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, medical staff, staff members and family caregivers.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of medications used in geriatrics and adverse reactions.
• Skilled in wound care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for processing of medication orders for all participants through direct input or processing of medication orders input by staff provider, ensuring that a complete, accurate, and legal prescription is received by the dispensing pharmacy.
• Reviews notes from outside providers and identifies and processes medication orders with approval of PACE provider.
• Responsible for coordination to maintain participant medication schedules (maintenance of cycle system) through implementation of new medication orders, mid-cycle medication changes, discontinuations, and reconciliations through transition process as prescribed by policy.
• Responsible for medication reconciliation through care setting transitions (LTC/Hospital/ALF discharge) for all participants in accordance with organization procedures and facilitates any changes required.
• Responsible for communication with and between PACE providers, community-based providers, and the pharmacy in regard to medication orders, clarifications, and pharmacy recommendations.
• Responsible for coordinating 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.
• Responsible for coordinating and/or facilitating on-site medication dispenses through the system provided through the pharmacy. Also responsible for periodic inventory and maintenance of on-site medication stock.
• Responsible for assessment and entry of all medication orders for new enrollments, setting up pharmacy cycle, delivery system, assistive systems if needed, linking diagnosis information to medications (through H&P), and verifying all information in writing with participant’s primary care provider. Also responsible for coordinating medications for disenrolling participants to provide needed medications for a period of twenty-eight (28) days after leaving program.
• In coordination with medication technicians, responsible for filling and/or quality control of alternative medication delivery systems (MRB, Med-E-Lert, etc.) in accordance with medication orders and organizational policies/procedures.
• Responsible for coordinating delivery of medications from pharmacy to participant either through direct carrier shipping or delivery through or from PACE center.
• Adheres to organization policies in maintenance of documentation of delivery.
• Responsible for making medication changes to currently filled delivery systems in accordance with medication orders and organizational policies/procedures.
• Ensures that organization policies regarding the storage and handling of controlled substances are strictly adhered to. Conducts daily controlled substance inventories with another qualified staff member.
• Communicates with participants and family members on a regular basis, addressing any questions or concerns related to participant medications.
• In coordination with nursing staff, administers medications and vaccinations to participants in both the home and center setting in accordance with medication orders and organizational policies and procedures.
• In coordination withmedication technicians, orders floor stock and OTC medications in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicates in Care Team/Interdisciplinary meetings, clinic meetings, or other meetings as assigned.
• Participates in nursing on-call rotation.
• Actively participates and engages in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of quality metrics and indicators. Recommends and implements measures to support ongoing improvement of the quality, consistency, and continuity of participant care and PACE services.
• Establishes and maintains accountability for high customer service standards and monitors, evaluates, and responds to opportunities for improved participant and family/caregiver satisfaction.
• Manages and reviews participant’s records, charts, and other pertinent information. Documents as needed in medical records according to Senior CommUnity Care standards.
• Maintains the stability and reputation of SCC by ensuring all activities and operations are performed in compliance with local, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and contractual requirements.
• Establishes and maintains a productive working relationship with relevant contracted providers.
• Adheres to and is a role model of behavior consistent with VOA Code of Conduct and Senior CommUnity Care Standards of Service Excellence. Demonstrates ability to provide direct feedback to staff about performance, attitude and adherence to VOA Code of Conduct and Senior CommUnity Care Standards of Service Excellence.
• Follows all organizational policies and procedures and CDC and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
• Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
• Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices Universal precautions.
• Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures, results and information about employees, participants and families.
• Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.

Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success. SCCCO has centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by the breathtaking Colorado scenery.

Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”.

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At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

ExperienceRequired

• 1 year(s): Experience in working with the frail or elderly population.

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

• CPR/First Aid
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Preferred

• IV Certification

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