AN-ACC Coordinator - Cairns City, Australia - Infinite Care

Description

At Infin8 care, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide an environment which encourages and enables our 1500+ residents across 17 sites to remain independent and participate in activities that support their needs and promotes their quality of life.

We offer our employees the benefit of growth in their roles as well as in our business. Through Flare, we have many options for discounts with businesses such as Optus, Woolworths, OPSM, Hoyts, to name a few – why wouldn't you want to come and work for us?

The Role

Reporting to the Funding Manager, the AN-ACC Coordinator plays a crucial role in the financial sustainability of Infinite Aged Care facilities by accurately assessing residents' care needs and maximising funding allocations. This is a newly created role and will be based in Cairns, with the need for travel to all 3 of our beautiful Facilities, Edmonton Gardens, Caravonica Waters and Edge Hill Orchards.

You will be working collaboratively with our Facility Managers and Care staff at all 3 sites to manage and to oversee the ANACC process and to implement and manage the ANACC funding model within all allocated Infinite Aged Care facilities.

Your day will be fairly autonomous, with regular communication through to the Funding Manager.

We hire for heart and values alignment, so it is essential that you are passionate about Aged Care.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Staying informed about changes in government regulations related to ANACC and implementing necessary adjustments to the facility's processes and practices is paramount, as well as the following:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of residents to determine their care needs, classify them into the appropriate funding categories within the AN-ACC system. The coordinator works with the care and registered staff to gather relevant information and evidence to support funding claims.
• Ensuring accurate and complete documentation of residents' care needs and assessment outcomes. This involves maintaining detailed records of assessments, medical conditions, and care plans.
• Preparing and submitting ANACC assessment to the government authorities. These claims determine the level of funding the facility receives for each resident based on their assessed care needs.
• Ensuring that all ANACC documentation and processes comply with government guidelines and regulations. This may involve conducting internal audits and reviews to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Providing training and support to care and registered staff involved in the ANACC process. This includes educating them on the ACFI & ANACC assessment criteria and documentation requirements to ensure consistency and accuracy in the assessment process.
• Maintaining effective communication with reporting manager, facility management, care and registered staff, and government authorities regarding ANACC related matters.

As part of being an Infinite Aged care employee you will be required to complete pre-employment checks.

About You

YOU are an experienced Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and have the ability to work in a team or independently. You have ANACC or ACFI experience and are passionate about getting results.

You will have high level of ethical conduct and confidentiality as well as being sensitive to the handling of resident's information.

You will also have:

• A bachelor's degree or diploma in Nursing.
• Prior experience working in the aged care industry in a similar role.
• An in-depth understanding of the ANACC frameworks, including assessment criteria, documentation requirements, and funding regulations.
• Strong skills in documentation and record-keeping are crucial, as the coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of assessments and care plans.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis is valuable for monitoring and optimising funding outcomes based on ANACC assessments.
• Familiarity with aged care regulations and compliance requirements, as well as staying up-to-date with changes in funding regulations, is important to ensure that the facility meets all necessary guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for working with residents, care staff, management, and government authorities.
• A proactive and measured attitude to identifying & preventing safety hazards in the workplace.
• A safety-first approach to daily tasks and supporting colleagues at all times.
• A commitment to attend safety specific training and upskilling sessions paid by the company.
• A willingness to come up with safety ideas that improve awareness, hazard reduction and incident reporting.
• You have a car and current valid drivers' licence.

If you want to know more before applying, please email