Teams at Southwest LTC

Administer medications safely to residents according to physician orders, state regulations, and facility protocols. Monitor residents for reactions, document medication administration in electronic medical records, support adherence, follow infection-control and safety procedures, and collaborate with nursing staff to promote resident well-being. Maintain CMA certification through continuing education and training.

Oversees dietary department operations, including menu planning, staff supervision, scheduling, food safety, inventory, budgeting, quality control, documentation, and regulatory compliance. Collaborates with nursing and clinical staff to accommodate residents’ nutritional needs and special diets while maintaining safe, appealing, and nutritious meal service.

Coordinates MDS and Medicare assessments, documentation, RUG payment classifications, skilled-care admissions, continued-stay reviews, care planning, discharge planning, and regulatory submissions. Performs nursing assessments, treatments, medication administration, emergency care, patient rounds, and interdisciplinary coordination. Maintains compliance with nursing licensure, Medicare, MDS, and facility requirements while supporting residents, families, physicians, and staff.