Director of Wellness

Expert Management Services LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Expert Management Services LLC in Michigan seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to supervise the nursing department and ensure resident well-being. You will oversee nursing staff, assign tasks, and monitor medication administration in a quality, safe environment.

Essential duties include instructing staff, coordinating admissions/discharges, and ensuring adherence to care plans. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong communication are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• CPR and First Aid certification valid in the state.
• Valid Michigan driver license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing staff and assigns work, including medication administration.
• Provides instruction and direction in nursing methods and resident care.
• Ensures care, comfort and well-being align with policies and service plans.
• Coaches staff, coordinates admissions and discharges.
• Maintains safety and infection control practices; coordinates with physicians.

Skills

Supervision

Staff training

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

LPN or RN licensure

CPR and First Aid certification

Valid Michigan driver license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Our Senior Living and Memory Care Facility offers:

• The opportunity to work with a great team of professionals to ensure our residents’ needs are met in a quality and safe environment.
• An environment where you can grow, learn and take your skill set to the next level!

Benefits:

• Salary—competitive wages with a yearly performance merit program. When members of our team go above and beyond, we like to recognize their performance.
• Benefits—We offer a competitive benefits program to include:
• • Bi-Weekly Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Purpose: Responsible for coordinating well-being of residents and supervising the work performance of employees.

Essential Functions- Job Duties: The following duties are considered essential to the job. Qualified individuals must have the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the following duties:

• Supervises nursing department and assigns work to nursing staff and personal care staff as appropriate, including administration of medication, observation and reporting changes in resident’s conditions.
• Provides instruction and direction in methods and techniques of nursing and resident care.
• Ensures that care, comfort, and well-being of the resident are attained in accordance with established policies and procedures and in compliance with individual service plans.
• Assist with the assessments process. Also assists with admissions and discharges.
• Receive verbal orders from physicians including lab work, x-rays, etc.
• Verify medication orders with physician upon resident admission or discharge from hospital. Assist with resident health assessments.
• Supervise and assist residents with medications, including insulin injections and blood sugar checks.
• Ensures that resident service plans, charts and treatment schedules are followed by staff.
• Processes admission and discharges of residents.
• Provides information/updates to nursing staff, supervisors, administration, physicians, and other disciplines as appropriate to coordinate continuity of care.
• Conducts medication audits and handles medication errors in a timely manner.
• Assures medications are ordered as per licensed healthcare professional orders in a timely manner.
• Orders treatment supplies, resident care supplies, and nursing station supplies for assigned areas as needed.
• Assists and oversees care instruction during new hire orientation
• Maintains a high degree of safety awareness and infection control practices.
• Follows all state guidelines and regulations and policies with incident reporting.
• Assist as necessary with staffing issues, including finding coverage for call-offs.
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels are maintained, assisting in finding coverage and covering shifts, as needed.
• Assess residents in the hospital to determine appropriateness for return.
• Second in command of the building. Leads and is responsible for the building if the Executive Director is unavailable.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Executive Director.
• Completes competency evaluations for training as required by the state or as assigned by their immediate supervisor, HR Director, or Executive Director.
• Responsible to issue employee discipline (oral and written), as appropriate and in consultation with the Executive Director, as necessary.
• Follow all applicable Federal and State regulations

Job Requirements: Education & Knowledge Requirements- Specific education, certification, and licensure:

• Current Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Valid Michigan Driver License

Essential Job-Related Experience/Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and of resident care management.
• Ability to maintain a therapeutic attitude toward an effective relationship with residents.
• Ability to instruct staff, assign work, evaluate performance, and prepare reports.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, push, pull or transport residents, supplies or furniture up to 25 pounds; may ask for assistance if needed.
• Excellent customer service and speaking/presentation skills.
• Computer experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, etc.
• Abili