Wellness Coordinator - Per Diem (RN/LPN/Med Certified)

Rockingham County; Brentwood (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Per Diem Wellness Coordinator to join its dedicated team at the Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community. In this vital role, you will ensure the wellness needs of residents are met through personal care treatments and medication administration. You will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, fostering meaningful relationships with residents and families while promoting high-quality care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others, contributing to their health and wellness goals. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and support, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Fantastic Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a healthcare setting with supervisory experience.
• Licensed nurse in New Hampshire required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day wellness needs of residents are met.
• Administer medications and treatments as per care plans.
• Promote mission and values of the community.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Pay $25.50 / hour

Employment type Other

Job Description

Req#: 3777988

Join our team as a Per Diem Wellness Coordinator here at the Rockingham County Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community. Enjoy fantastic benefits, generous paid time off and the opportunity to work alongside accomplished professionals. Be a part of an organization you can be proud of.

SCOPE OF POSITION: Ensures that the day-to-day wellness needs of Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community residents are met by carrying out personal care treatments and medication administration. Acting as part of an interdisciplinary team, Wellness Coordinators ensure residents receive consistent, high-quality services and help residents achieve their long and short-term wellness goals. The Wellness Coordinator acts as a resource for residents, families, and providers and is encouraged to actively build authentic relationships as part of the overall mission of delivering person-centered care.

• Promotes the mission, vision and values of the community.
• Complies with established nursing standards, policies, and procedures of the Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community.
• Maintains residents’ privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as residents’ healthcare needs change.
• Follows up on issues identified on each shift.
• Attends all mandatory in-service training as required and other in-services within and outside the facility to upgrade nursing skills and improve general knowledge.
• Communicates with Wellness Coordinator in a timely manner for any significant issues i.e. change in residents’ condition, environment, or personnel concerns.
• Performs and signs off on narcotic count with oncoming and outgoing shifts.
• Receives report from outgoing shift and gives report to oncoming shift.
• Writes an assignment for Wellness personnel on duty.
• Carries out physicians’ orders and treatments. Follows care plans developed by the Wellness Manager.
• Administers medication and treatments and completes documentation in accordance with Ernest P Barka Assisted Living Community policies.
• Responsible for checking accuracy on monthly MAR.
• Initiates and assists with admission and documentation of new residents.
• Identifies and utilizes infection control techniques at all times in accordance with Ernest P Barka Assisted Living Community’s universal and blood borne pathogen policy.
• Monitors and participates in Quality Improvement and Risk Management programs at Collaborative Care Meetings and Family Care Conferences.
• Interacts with residents and various family members, physicians, health service agencies to maintain positive communication and relationships.
• Follow-up on family issues as directed by Wellness Manager.
• Participates in community events, including family and social functions.
• Be available to meet with residents to discuss health and wellness and to encourage participation in exercise programs when deemed appropriate.
• Oversees the availability and replenishment of unit supplies as needed.
• Attends mandatory in-services trainings annually.
• Takes vital signs, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
• Initiates individualized personal service plans and proactively manages care and services for each resident.
• Assists with resident comfort.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with all departments to assist in eliminating / correcting problem areas and overall improvement of services. Helps coach staff as necessary.
• Contributes to team effort by volunteering to help others to accomplish department and community goals in a caring positive manner to maintain the residents.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years full-time or equivalent experience in a Health Care setting with a minimum of one (1) year in a supervisory role; or
• An equivalent combination of work and experience will be considered.
• Licensed nurse in the state of New Hampshire (LPN/RN) required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mandatory post-offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.

About the Company

Official information from Rockingham County, New Hampshire. Board of Commissioners, Corrections, County Attorney, Delegation, Engineering/ Maintenance Services, Finance, Human Resources, Long Term Care Services, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, Treasurer.