The Senior Living Care Coordinator schedules and trains care staff, and ensures that clinical services are delivered in accordance with regulations and professional standards. Coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the care of residents in a skilled nursing, assisted living, or similar facility. Being a Senior Living Care Coordinator requires a high school diploma. Communicates with families and medical professionals as needed, and ensures care plans for residents are properly documented and updated. In addition, Senior Living Care Coordinator may require certification as a certified nursing assistant (CNA). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Senior Living 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. Working as a Senior Living 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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Responsible for assessing the nutritional needs of patients in a senior living facility. Designs and implements nutritional care plans for patients utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. Monitors and documents patient progress and consults with physicians as needed. Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Plans menus and inspects food to ensure portions adhere to set restrictions and dietary standards. Requires a bachelor's degree in clinical nutrition, dietics, or related degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD). May require a state license to practice. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.
The Senior Living Cook prepares and portions foods according to established recipes. Prepares a wide variety of menu items for residents and visitors in an assisted living or skilled nursing facility. Being a Senior Living Cook ensures compliance with food safety regulations. Provides food for special dietary needs as needed. In addition, Senior Living Cook may require a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Senior Living Cook works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Working as a Senior Living Cook typically requires 3-5 years of related experience, or may need 2 years experience with additional specialized training and/or certification.
The Senior Living Caregiver assists with administering medications, documenting care provided, and communicating with healthcare professionals. Responsible for assisting residents with daily activities in a skilled nursing, assisted living, or similar facility. Being a Senior Living Caregiver may accompany residents on shopping trips, medical appointments, and other outings. May assist with the planning and executing of activities for residents on a regularly scheduled basis. In addition, Senior Living Caregiver requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Senior Living Caregiver works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.