Wellness Manager {RN or LPN)

AgeWell Senior Living; Palm Coast (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Volont

Voluntary Disability

Paid Time off and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

AgeWell Senior Living, managing the Tuscan Gardens of Palm Coast, seeks an experienced nurse leader to oversee the wellness team and uphold high-quality resident care. You will supervise HHAs, CNAs and staff, conduct daily rounds, and administer medications per physician orders while maintaining compassionate, professional conduct.

As Director of Wellness liaison, you will report to the DOW/ED, ensure safety/compliance, participate in admissions/discharges, and mentor new staff in caregiving and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and licensed to practice by the state.
• Experience in geriatric care.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Empathetic and professional demeanor towards seniors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of Assisted Living and retirement residents as needed.
• Observe and report patient conditions to DOW/RN/ED.
• Administer medications and treatments per doctor’s orders.
• Inform DOW of supply/equipment needs.
• Order medications from pharmacy when needed.
• Ensure nursing care is delivered safely and with high quality.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote good interpersonal relationships with residents and staff.
• Understand duties for both assisted living and independent residents.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Empathy

Education

RN license

Job description

At Tuscan Gardens of Palm Coast we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service! Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere!

If That's Not Reason Enough, As a Certified Great Place To Work For 9 Years In a Row, We Proudly Offer Eligible Team Members

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Paid Time off and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

This community is managed by AgeWell Senior Living and is an E.O.E

Job Summary

Responsible for carrying out the instructions of the Director of Wellness. Supervise and monitor nursing staff to obtain highest quality care by performing routine nursing duties. Accountable to Director of Wellness/Executive Director for all nursing department activities and maintaining the corporate philosophy of quality care.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and the facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of all Assisted Living residents and retirement residents if needed.
• Observes and reports symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness “DOW” /Delegating R.N./Physician.
• Administers medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner, observes effectiveness and reports to physician if needed.
• Informs DOW of when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Orders medication from pharmacy when needed.
• Supervises the Home Health Aide to ensure that all nursing care is given properly, safely and of the up most quality.
• Administers emergency first aid.
• Assures that daily assignments for patient care, incidental duties, performed by nurse and HHA as outlined by DOW are carried out. Re: Nurse/HHA documentation, Ex: V/S, weights, nurse’s notes, medication, kardex, etc.
• Make daily rounds of all patients and area. Recognize, interpret and report conditions to the DOW/RN/ED as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of nurse’s station, med room and cart.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff.
• Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
• Check equipment for cleanliness and condition.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors and personnel.
• Perform related work as required per assignment. Understands duties and responsibilities are carried out for both assisted living and independent residents throughout the facility

Note

The above duties include many of the tasks for LPN. At times it may be necessary to perform other duties as requested by the Assisted Living Manager. Refusal to perform any task as directed by the General Manager will be cause for disciplinary action.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field
• Ability to communicate well and in writing.
• Ability to deal with visitors, staff and residents in a courteous manner.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure at times.
• Must be able to perform good grooming practices, personal hygiene and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Must have warm, friendly, congenial personality. Must present a professional appearance and possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
• CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.