The Wellness Director will assist the Executive Director in maintaining the standards set forth in the Mainstay Senior Living Policy & Procedures regulations for the care, watchful oversight, and well-being of our residents. The Wellness Director will ensure the provision of quality resident care and promote the residents’ health and wellness through regular visits with each resident, resident assessment, and ongoing communication with the resident, the resident’s representative(s), and the resident’s care team. The Wellness Director is a part of the management team of the community. Primary Responsibilities: Resident Health and Wellness 1. Meet with each resident on a regular basis to provide health and wellness checks and to answer any health-related questions. 2. Review all resident information and complete an assessment of the resident prior to move-in, when changes in the resident’s condition occur, and as required by Mainstay Senior Living policy and state regulations. 3. Review the resident’s medical report prior to move-in to ensure that the facility can provide for the resident’s individual needs and regulatory requirements have been fulfilled. 4. Develop and maintain an up-to-date individualized and personal Negotiated Service Plan for each resident. 5. Assure new resident information to the Emergency Call System. Provide a copy of needed records for resident emergency transport in compliance with Mainstay Senior policies. 6. Order medications and oversee the resident’s medication schedule for residents receiving medication assistance services in compliance with state, federal, and Mainstay Senior Living guidelines. 7. Ensure proper documentation and procedures for physician’s orders, medication assistance, injuries, incident reporting, and resident status changes or levels of care. 8. If onsite, act as a first responder in the event of an emergency. 9. Maintain ongoing communication with the resident, resident’s family, staff, and medical providers regarding the resident’s medical needs. Coordinate additional health services the resident may need. 10. Maintain positive relationships with Home Health Agencies, Hospice Agencies, Vendors, Physicians, and other Resident Services Providers. 11. Assist in coordinating residents’ dietary needs with the Food Service Director. 12. Be on call for medical questions and resident emergencies as scheduled. General Management 1. Assist in the mentoring and training of all resident care employees in accordance with the Mainstay Senior Living policies, in-service training programs, and state and federal regulations to ensure regulatory compliance. 2. Supervise the caregiver staff on duty in providing quality care of residents in accordance with Mainstay Senior Living philosophy of Person-Centered Lifestyle and in accordance with resident rights, policies and in compliance with state regulations. 3. Ensure that all infection control guidelines are met. 4. Maintain residents’ wellness files, ongoing assessments and oversee care staff documentation. 5. Assist in developing and maintaining a schedule for the caregiver staff that sufficiently meets the needs of residents and ensures proper staffing and adheres to Annual Budget. 6. Ensure required paperwork for providing resident care is completed and up to date. 7. Review daily any and all communication tools used in providing resident care. 8. Communicate residents’ needs with caregiver staff at change of shift and with the Executive Director as needed. Review changes in residents’ condition with the Executive Director, the resident’s representative, and resident’s medical providers. 9. Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation. Assist the Executive Director as requested. 10. Act as administrator during designated absences of the Executive Director. 11. Lead by example, encourage teamwork, promote the Mainstay Senior Living philosophy, and provide ongoing coaching to employees. Ongoing presence out in the community and on the floor is required throughout the day in addition to administrative duties. 12. Provide an “open door” to employees, addressing any concerns or grievances they may have. 13. Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with Mainstay Senior Living policies and procedures. Reports to: Executive Director Qualifications: 1. Current State LPN or RN license. Maintain CPR certification. 2. A minimum of one year of experience working with residents in a long-term care setting. 3. Ability to respond during off-duty hours to questions and emergencies as scheduled. 4. Ability to interact and build relationships with older adults. Desire to work with older adults. 5. Supervisory experience in healthcare preferred. 6. Must be 21 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check. 7. Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a negative drug screen. 8. Must be able to react in an emergency situation. Physical Job Requirements: To fulfill job requirements, employee must be able to perform key physical task for extended periods of time. Employees must adhere to proper body mechanics and safety measures when supporting or transferring residents. In a typical eight- hour day, employee will: 1. Stand/walk up to eight hours a day. Sit up to two hours a day 2. Frequently support up to 75 pounds. Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds. 3. Frequently kneel, bend, and reach. 4. Secure proper assistance for transferring of residents as needed Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Geriatrics Home Health Hospice & Palliative Medicine Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday On call Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
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