St Michael's | LVN, Medical Coordinator

About the role

Catholic Charities seeks a Medical Coordinator to provide personalized care and deliver medical services to unaccompanied children in designated shelter locations, schools, and group home settings. The position requires coordination and delivery of medical services, maintaining confidentiality, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of all children in care at all times.
• Provide quality care and supervision to clients in accordance with ORR and TDFPS rules, program philosophy, and procedures, and client rights.
• Maintain ratios and close supervision during all activities.
• Report immediately to the supervisor any doubts, questions, medical concerns, or procedural issues regarding client health.
• File medical records: ensure the safety and confidentiality of medical files for each client.
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff according to program policies and procedures to ensure quality services and client safety.
• Adjust work to the plans and programs implemented by the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain accurate and updated documentation regarding biographical data, admission assessments, medical progress notes, medication lists, logs, MARs, TARs, sickness/allergy forms, medical instructions/recommendations, medical summaries, safety plans, SIRs, IRs, and other relevant documents.
• Participate in quality activities through contributions in Treatment Plan Meetings, departmental meetings, program meetings, and required ongoing trainings.
• Assist in the development, oversight, or provision of medical services for clients in care as approved by your supervisor for safety and licensure compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned, such as participating in staff retreats, United Way tours, agency and community fairs, and speaking engagements, assisting with special organizational projects/events, and promoting agency programs.

Requirements

• Licensed practical or vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) or higher health-related qualification (e.g., licensed registered nurse (RN) with a bachelor’s degree).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or related field.
• One (1) year of experience in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Proficient typing/keyboarding skills and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and function well in a diverse and multidisciplinary environment.
• Capacity to and adjust/adapt to flexible schedules, prioritize activities, responsibilities, and work within fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of essential medical terminology and understanding basic health attention like vital sign measuring, blood sugar monitoring, and weight/height measurement; as well, performance hearing and vision screening.
• Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and varying volumes of work under pressure.
• Knowledgeable of HIPAA, state and federal regulations governing confidentiality and release of information.
• Support and train team members under Registered Nurse supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding about boundaries with kids, staff, and volunteers.

Skills and Assets

• Profound typing/keyboarding skills and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and function well in a diverse and multidisciplinary environment.
• Capacity to and adjust/adapt to flexible schedules, prioritize activities, responsibilities, and work within fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of essential medical terminology and understanding basic health attention like vital sign measuring, blood sugar monitoring, and weight/height measurement; as well, performance hearing and vision screening.
• Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and varying volumes of work under pressure.
• Knowledgeable of HIPAA, state and federal regulations governing confidentiality and release of information.
• Support and train team members under Registered Nurse supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding about boundaries with kids, staff, and volunteers.

Benefits

Catholic Charities offers a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and competitive compensation packages. Employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $[Salary Range], commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is [Shift Details]. Please note that flexibility may be required based on the needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Successful applicants must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements.