Coordinator - Continuous Care After Hours

Welcome to VITAS Healthcare, where our mission is to provide compassionate, quality end-of-life care for our patients and their families. As a Coordinator for Continuous Care After Hours, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our patients receive continuous and seamless care throughout the night and on weekends. We are looking for a dedicated and organized individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. If you have a strong background in healthcare and a commitment to providing exceptional care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

1. Coordinate Care: The Coordinator for Continuous Care After Hours will be responsible for coordinating and managing the care of patients during nights and weekends, ensuring that they receive uninterrupted and seamless care.
2. Monitor Patient Needs: This role requires monitoring the needs of patients and their families, including any changes or emergencies that may arise after regular business hours. The coordinator will be responsible for handling these situations promptly and effectively.
3. Communicate with Care Team: The coordinator will act as a liaison between the patients, families, and the care team. This involves regularly communicating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that all patients' needs are being met.
4. Create and Implement Care Plans: The coordinator will work with the care team to create and implement care plans for patients, taking into consideration their unique needs and preferences. They will also be responsible for regularly updating these plans as needed.
5. Coordinate Staffing: This role involves coordinating and managing staffing for after-hours care, including scheduling and assigning staff to different patients and coordinating coverage for any unexpected absences.
6. Maintain Documentation: The coordinator will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient care, including progress notes, care plans, and any changes in medication or treatment.
7. Provide Support: As a compassionate and dedicated individual, the coordinator will provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families during difficult times.
8. Ensure Compliance: The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures.
9. Participate in Training and Development: This role requires staying up-to-date with industry best practices and participating in training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.
10. Uphold VITAS Healthcare's Mission: The coordinator will play a crucial role in upholding and promoting VITAS Healthcare's mission of providing compassionate, quality end-of-life care for patients and their families.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Coordinator - Continuous Care After Hours in Miami, FL, USA is $48,000 - $55,000 per year.

VITAS® Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life care. Operating 48 hospice programs in 14 states and the District of Columbia, VITAS employs over 12,000 professionals and serves an average daily census of more than 19,000 patients.