Director of Nursing (LPN)

SERVANT LEADERSHIP:

Watercrest Senior Living Group associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. They are recognized for their achievements and empowered to share their vast experience with their peers ensuring the quality of our assisted living and memory care services and the well-being of our residents. Our associates champion a culture which nurtures relationships in the interest of acting as trusted advisors. By continuously investing in these servant hearts, Watercrest Senior Living Group develops value-centered leaders who deliver personalized services.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Resident Wellness Director is responsible for overseeing the well-being of all residents living in the community along with ensuring all state regulations are being met. The Resident Wellness Director conducts assessments of new and current residents and oversees the medication management program. The Resident Wellness Director also ensures the community has a diverse staff with skills and licensing appropriate to meet the needs of the residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Servant Leadership directs all aspects of decision making
• Conducts resident evaluations in a prompt and timely matter according to state regulations and Watercrest policies and procedures
• Oversees and is responsible for all aspects of medication, including but not limited to; orders, administration, storage, documentation and as mandated by the State Regulations and Guidelines as well as Company policy and procedure
• Responsible for ensuring medications are placed on the MOR in a timely manner
• Periodically, or as mandated, reviews compliance for those that self-administer medications
• Assure that all resident care specialists are familiar with the residents’ individual conditions and are trained to provide the resident services in an effective, professional and sensitive manner
• Monitors resident wellness care for compliance with state and federal regulations
• Monitors and maintains vital statistics as required
• Makes recommendations for quality improvement, infection control and department enhancements
• Ensures in house ancillary services, such as x-rays, podiatry, dental, eye care, psych visits etc. are scheduled and the appropriate follow up is completed
• Monitors and reviews daily charting by licensed staff
• Maintains / monitors care plans for all residents
• Conducts training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for all associates
• Review direct report associate time punches in payroll system as necessary
• Process bi-weekly payroll for department associates
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of wellness associates
• Respond in a timely manner to requests of residents, families and guests

Programs

• Completes and/or monitors incident and accident reports
• Participates in meetings with third party providers regularly
• Ensures Limited Nursing Services are completed and documented as required according to state regulations (state applicable)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, guests, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts
• Able to manage revenue and expense budget

• Able to make independent decisions
• Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner
• Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Two (2) years in the senior living environment
• Strong leadership skills with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in supervising and management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Able to stand or walk 75% of the day
• Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions
• Able to work under stress and in emergency situations
• Able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing, and grasping
• Able to talk and hear effectively in order to convey instructions and information to residents and team members
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Work in all areas of the community
• Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions
• Use personal protective equipment and supplies when needed to prevent burns, falls, and infection
• Personal protective equipment includes infection control kit, rubber gloves and non-slip shoes
• Subject to infectious diseases, substances and odors
• Follow Safety Policy & Procedures