Wellness Nurse/LVN - PW

Juniper Communities; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper Communities seeks an experienced health and wellness leader to assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the community’s Health and Wellness Department. You will ensure resident safety, functional ability, and well being by aligning with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Your role includes coordinating communication among residents, families, and staff; supervising team performance; aiding in recruitment, scheduling, training, and adherence to safety and quality

Qualifications

• LVN license is required.
• Knowledge of government regulations is essential.
• Knowledge of older adult physiology and psychology.
• Memory Care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day operations of Health & Wellness.
• Coordinate communication among residents, families and staff.
• Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
• Supervise Health & Wellness staff; support training and discipline.
• Help recruit and select Health & Wellness team members.
• Oversee scheduling to ensure staff accountability and task completion.
• Assist with In-Touch Orientation and in-service training.
• Ensure safety regulations, infection control and QA procedures are followed.
• Submit reports to the Wellness Director on department operation.
• Work with Resident Services Leadership Team to coordinate care.
• Assist in coordinating health care services for continuity of care.
• Assist Wellness Director with nursing activities as needed.
• Continuously assess residents for placement within the community.
• Coordinate regular wellness meetings and complete required paperwork.
• Assist with medication administration in collaboration with physicians.

Skills

Compassionate heart

Reliability

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Critical thinking

Education

LVN license

Memory Care experience

Job description

Juniper Communities is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Now offering DailyPay, the ability to be paid on-demand, without waiting until pay day!

Shift 6 am- 2 pm Tuesday through Saturday

Pay: Starting pay $28.25

Know you belong.

Being diverse and inclusive isn't new to us. These values have been at the heart of our culture for 35 years. We are better because our Associates have unique backgrounds and experiences. We hire the best, empower them to grow, and celebrate all.

Why Juniper?

Whether you're a seasoned leader who is excited to share your expertise or are looking to grow into your first leadership position, Juniper is a wonderful place to connect your passion with purpose.

If you're excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career.

Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.

• Do you have a compassionate heart and a positive attitude?
• Are you reliable and detail-oriented?
• Are you a good leader and good teammate?
• Do you want to use your critical thinking skills?

Role: Assists in the management of the day to day operations of the health and wellness component of the community to ensure the maximum levels of resident functional ability, safety and well being. This is accomplished by taking into account Juniper Communities philosophy, hallmarks, policies and procedures as well as current federal, state and local regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to Juniper Communities philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Resident Services Department.
• Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families.
• Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
• Through ongoing supervision, oversight, and delegation assists in the provision of a continuous high quality of service within the Health and Wellness Department.
• Assist in establishing rapport among Health and Wellness team members to facilitate teamwork.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent Resident Associates.
• Assist in the continuous, ongoing supervision of all Health and Wellness team members, including but not limited to training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, and evaluating.
• Assist in the In-Touch Orientation and in-service training.
• Assist to ensure that all staff follows established safety regulations, including fire protection, infection control, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous waste and quality assurance procedures.
• Make written and oral reports to the Wellness Director concerning the operation of the Health and Wellness Department.
• Work in concert with other members of the Resident Services Leadership Team.
• Assist in the coordination of health care services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist Wellness Director in various nursing activities.
• Continually assess residents to verify their appropriateness to live within the Community.
• Assist in the coordination of regularly scheduled wellness meetings.
• Complete all administrative paperwork as required.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Works in conjunction with resident's attending Physician, as needed, to make certain highest quality of service is being provided.
• Submit recommendations to the Wellness Director for budget completion, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist in the development of work schedules and assignments to ensure staff accountability and task completion.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff information.
• Serves as networking team member, as directed.

Educational/Vocational Requirements

• An LVN license (Required).
• Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.
• Memory Care experience