How to Become a Resident Care Coordinator

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Resident Care Coordinator

What does a Resident Care Coordinator do?

A Resident Care Coordinator coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the care of residents in a skilled nursing, assisted living, or similar facility. Schedules and trains care staff, and ensures that clinical services are delivered in accordance with regulations and professional standards. Being a Resident Care Coordinator communicates with families and medical professionals as needed, and ensures care plans for residents are properly documented and updated. Requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Resident Care Coordinator may require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Resident Care Coordinator supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Resident Care Coordinator typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.

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12/18/2019: Greenville, SC

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02/21/2020: Las Vegas, NV

Complete resident care plans and communicate to families of residents needs through care conferences.

02/23/2020: Flagstaff, AZ

Assist residents with medications following physicians orders.

01/25/2020: Frankfort, KY

Recognize resident change of condition and report to Nurse.

12/06/2019: Evansville, IN
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Step 2: Learn best tips to become a Resident Care Coordinator

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Step 3: View best colleges and universities for Resident Care Coordinator

Best colleges and universities for Resident Care Coordinator

  • Butler University
  • Carroll College
  • Cooper Union
  • High Point University
  • Princeton University
  • Providence College

Step 4: Think about whether is it worth to be a Resident Care Coordinator

Is being a Resident Care Coordinator Worth it?

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The Client Services Coordinator will also provide outreach, intake, care and referral services for clients in need of public health, mental health or social….

01/02/2020: Wilmington, NC

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02/10/2020: Middlesex, NJ

They oversee the medical needs and personal care required for patients, and write detailed reports on patients' health conditions and prescribed medicines they're taking.

12/26/2019: Fort Wayne, IN
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Step 5: Prepare relevant skills for being a Resident Care Coordinator

What skills do you need to be a Resident Care Coordinator?

In order to drive yourself and your team to success, in a management position you need to have a broad base of skills.  For success in this position, you effeciency with these skills is key: HIPPA Compliance, Staff Scheduling, Staff Training.  For this role, you will need to be adept in with: Health Care Operations Software.  Although every company varies in their requirements, these competencies will help you in this role.

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Strong clinical and people skills, acute care skills.

02/06/2020: Laramie, WY

Professionally trained LPN with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs.

12/30/2019: Sioux City, IA

Coordinated nursing department activities to ensure availability of appropriate clinical and support staff for resident care.

01/14/2020: San Diego, CA

Experienced professional with a successful occupation in relationship building, staff management, career development, and administration.

02/20/2020: Chillicothe, OH

As the Resident Care Coordinator Assistant – Documentation Specialist you are responsible and accountable to carry out your assigned duties and report directly….

01/07/2020: Ventura, CA
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Step 6: View average salary for Resident Care Coordinator

How much does a Resident Care Coordinator make?

The average salary range for a Resident Care Coordinator is from $52,965 to $81,050. The salary will change depending on your location, job level, experience, education, and skills.

Salary range for a Resident Care Coordinator
$52,965 to $81,050

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Step 7: Find relevant Resident Care Coordinator jobs, and apply.

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