Wellness Nurse (LPN)
PRN Every other Sunday 7am-7pm
About Solera
Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors? At Solera Senior Living, we are led by our Core Values which guide our decision-making at every level of our company. We are looking for compassionate individuals who want to join our team!
What can Solera offer you?
- A company that is growing so you can grow too!
- Ability to be paid immediately, no more waiting for paycheck Friday!
- Interested in returning to school? We have a tuition reimbursement benefit!
- A great team of co-workers
- Comprehensive medical plan that includes discounted gym memberships
- Dental/vision/life/disability benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid holidays and time off
- Perks and discount programs
- Employee Assistance Program
We are constantly asking ourselves to think outside of the box, utilize technology to improve lives, honor our relationships with one another, and make a meaningful difference in our community. Our leadership team is made up of passionate people who have a true connection to seniors and their families, and who are dedicated to helping others grow and thrive.
Solera’s Core Values:
- Compassion
- Commitment
- Communication
- Creativity
Listen…we flat out LOVE what we do and if our story resonates with you, and you want to LOVE what you do every day - we want to meet you!
The Wellness Nurse provides direct nursing care to residents and delegates and supervises the care provided by medication care specialists. The Wellness Nurse administers medications, performs treatments and procedures, obtains specimens as needed, and completes documentation as required. The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the basic functions of the position.
- Document resident status as per policy.
- Provide daily supervision to assigned team members and directly provide nursing care to residents as assigned.
- Participate in the move-in of new residents.
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), family/social activities, and actively promote the independent lifestyle of residents.
- Respond to residents' call system promptly and courteously.
- Identify resident medical and behavioral changes and develop and monitor care plans.
- Provide daily report to the Community Wellness Director concerning community conditions, personnel performance, resident conditions, and needs for nursing supplies.
- Provide nursing care according to physician’s orders and in conformance with recognized nursing practice, established standards, and administrative policies.
- Ensure preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services to residents and assist in the coordination of nursing care with care rendered by other disciplines.
- Make rounds with physicians, assist in examinations and/or treatment of residents, and carry out orders.
- Assess residents and notify attending physician and responsible party in the event of a change in the resident’s condition.
- Accurately administer prescribed medications, supervise the continuity of nursing care, and respond to changes in medical condition, medications, or other circumstances requiring special care needs.
- Provide daily supervision and leadership to assigned team members and other designated personnel in meeting the resident’s needs.
- Assess and monitor complex resident health status and determine the appropriate nursing intervention.
- Orient residents and team members to emergency procedures and respond to all emergency situations.
- Complete and sign incident reports and provide follow-up as required.
- Ensure that all resident records are accurate, complete, and all mandatory forms are on file.
- Monitor resident environment to ensure all safety and sanitary regulations and quality standards are met or exceeded.
- Practice excellent customer service in all interactions with residents, fellow team members, and guests.
- Always follow Residents’ Rights policies.
- Observe all community policies and procedures.
- Perform incidental housekeeping and maintenance tasks as may arise during the course of regular duties.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned in an effective, timely, and professional manner.
Wellness Nurse Qualifications:
- Current nursing license in the state where employed.
- One year experience working as a nurse and one year experience working with people with Alzheimer’s or other dementia preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Possesses good character and displays a high degree of personal integrity.
- Required to receive the annual Flu vaccine, excluding religious or medical exemptions.