Job: Resident Care Coordinator (QMAP)

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $20-$25/hr.

Location: Trinidad, CO.

Job Description:

The Legacy at Trinidad is a beautifully appointed assisted living community dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors in the Trinidad area. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Resident Care Coordinator with current QMAP certification to join our team.

If you are committed to providing professional, heartfelt care and want to make a lasting difference in the lives of others, we’d love to meet you!

Position Summary:

The Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) oversees the delivery of high-quality care to residents in our assisted living community. This role combines supervisory responsibilities with hands-on caregiving and requires current QMAP certification. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, and skilled in medication administration, team coordination, and resident communication.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications to residents as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for each resident.
• Monitor vital signs and report any changes in residents' health status to nursing staff.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Provide support and companionship to residents with memory care needs or developmental disabilities.
• Collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for all residents.

Resident Care Management:

• Coordinate and oversee individualized care plans based on resident assessments.
• Monitor changes in residents’ health and communicate with family members and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care, services, and medical needs.

Medication Administration (QMAP Duties):

• Administer medications in accordance with QMAP regulations and facility policies.
• Maintain detailed and accurate medication administration records (MARs).
• Monitor for side effects and effectiveness of medications, and report concerns promptly.

Staff Leadership & Supervision:

• Train, schedule, and supervise care staff to ensure consistent delivery of care.
• Serve as a point of contact for caregiving staff regarding resident needs or concerns.
• Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all state regulations, especially related to medication administration.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote and enforce infection control and resident safety protocols.

Communication & Advocacy:

• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, staff, and medical professionals.
• Advocate for resident rights and well-being.
• Address and resolve complaints or concerns from residents or families.

Qualifications:

• Current QMAP certification in the state of [Your State].
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in assisted living, memory care, or similar long-term care setting.
• Supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in documentation and care planning systems (e.g., EMRs).

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital and Life & ADD Insurance
• Sick
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.