The Residential Coordinator - LPN is responsible for all aspects of Supported Living, Nursing Services, Personal Assistance, and Community Based services for service recipients under state and Medicaid Waiver funding. This will include assisting individuals, families, and staff in the development and coordination of individual support plans. The Residential Coordinator – LPN will be responsible for meeting all quality assurance standards for services and direct supervision of Supported Living.

The Residential Coordinator – LPN will divide their time between office duties and areas where service provision occurs, spending the majority of time at service sites. In the case of staff shortages, the Residential Coordinator - LPN will work in a residential setting. Overnight stays for in-service and/or residential coverage may be required. Ability to handle occasional long hours and/or flexible schedules is needed to complete the requirements of supervision and maintenance of member homes. The ability to organize workloads/deadlines, as well as motivate staff, is necessary for success.

• Complete necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner

• Ensure that all medications are administered and documented correctly by appropriate staff, in both day center and home settings, including medications that are self-administered by members
• Ensure that expired medications are properly disposed of.
• Ensure that medical supplies and expired medications are reordered by staff.
• Transport individuals as needed to medical appointments
• Assist with tracking of medication variances
• Communicate with Primary Care Providers to obtain orders

• Ensure a quality service for individuals served, emphasizing the individual’s Vision of the Future
• Comply with Easter Seals Policies and Procedures and Employee Handbook, DIDD standards, Licensure, Title VI, HIPAA, and Confidentiality requirements
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws regarding the safe operation of a motor vehicle, including the use of adaptive devices/equipment on vehicles
• Promote a positive work environment, treating individuals served, staff, customers, and visitors with courtesy and respect as well as serving as an advocate for the individuals served
• Attend in-service training sessions, meetings, and out of town activities as required
• Assist in training new employees according to organizational and state guidelines
• Ensure services are provided per cost/service plans
• Ensure ISP implementation
• Be on-call for staffing schedules to complete the requirements of supervision and maintenance of homes.
• Coordinate with the COS and assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Individual Support Plans
• Meet supervision plan guidelines by conducting quality assurance inspections at all residential sites
• Complete all duties related to direct supervision including, but not limited to, payroll, performance evaluations, training, staffing patterns, and scheduling
• Ensure that members have a safe and pleasant home environment
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN
• Valid TN driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Must maintain liability auto insurance
• Must possess effective oral and written communication abilities
• Must be skilled in Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Must maintain current CPR/First Aid certification and meet all DIDD and agency training requirements
• Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks
• 1-3 years of management experience including on-call responsibilities preferred
• Preferred 1-5 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities under DIDD guidelines

Competitive base salary along with additional rates. Strong compehensive benefit package.