Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Company: University Park Care Center
Location: Pueblo
Posted on: March 12, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary The RN Unit Care Coordinator is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements - Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing) - Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. - One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred - CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements - Advanced knowledge in field of practice - Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action - Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility - Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department - Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation - Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. - Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information - Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures - Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions - Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor - Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner - Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being - Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician - Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety - Coordinate patient care plans and services - Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients - Assist in the evacuation of patients - Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance - Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment - Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team - Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours - Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer

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