Life Care Centers of America

Central Supply Director

Life Care Centers of America • $80K — $95K *
Denver, CO 80219In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Preferred knowledge of medical technology
  • Basic computer skills essential
  • Familiarity with post-acute care laws and regulations
  • Ability to perform independently in decision-making situations

Responsibilities

  • Order supplies and equipment for nursing with management approval
  • Organize and store inventory to prevent waste
  • Conduct regular inventory counts to monitor stock levels
  • Receive and distribute supplies from vendors efficiently
  • Coordinate uniform orders and returns

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Positive working environment
  • Supportive team culture
  • Focus on maintaining patient care standards
  • Commitment to integrity and professionalism
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Central Supply Director ensures that appropriate supplies and equipment are available for the Nursing department in order to reach optimal patient care at the best pricing in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Knowledge of medical technology preferred

Specific Job Requirements

  • Minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment
  • Basic computer skills
  • 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

  • Order all supplies and equipment required by nursing staff with approval from management
  • Store inventory in an orderly, neat fashion to prevent expiration and contamination
  • Perform weekly and monthly cycle counts to ensure inventory levels are maintained
  • Receive, label, stock, and distribute supplies from vendors
  • Serve as facility apparel coordinator (orders and returns of uniforms)
  • Stay current with vendor lists and buying groups
  • 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

About Life Care Centers of America

Life Care Centers of America is a privately held company that operates nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities in the United States. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee. Life Care Centers of America provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and hospice care. The company operates more than 200 facilities in 28 states.
Learn more about Life Care Centers of America
Size
40,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1976
* Ladders Estimates

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