Assistant Wellness Director - RN License | $5000 Sign On Bonus

Grace Management•Coralville, IA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

At The Summit of Coralville, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join The Summit of Coralville, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Requirements

RN License required
Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
Must be a licensed nurse in state where you work.
Minimum of two years nursing experience.
Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases
Lifting, bending, and pushing medication cart within the community is required
Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an Assisted Living setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate resident care, designate/delegate tasks and assignments to Resident Care Assistants (RCAs) and Medication Technicians (MTs), and monitor the overall function of the Wellness Department for the shift.
Make community decisions in the absence of the Executive Director and Wellness Director.
Plan and delegate work assignments assuring effective shift coverage.
Coordinate care on his/her shift.
Participate in and supervise the delivery of personal care to residents.
Implement the service plans and collect data regarding the health status of residents.
Act as supervisor for the shift; Coach and counsel RCAs/MTs regarding care practices and standards.
Follow proper disciplinary procedures if RCAs/MTs are not following community policies and procedures; Write disciplinary reports per community protocol.
Maintain professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families.
Use tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
Report any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to Wellness Director and take appropriate action.
Administer medications according to the physician order on the medication administration record (MAR).
Document medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy; Check MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
Conduct change of shift report with oncoming/outgoing shift personnel.
Maintain security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift; Conduct narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Transcribe physician orders, review MAR’s for accuracy, and notify pharmacy of changes.
Respond to emergencies in a prompt, calm manner.
Orient and assist with on-the-job training of new associates and participate in evaluation of knowledge, skills, and abilities of associates on his/her shift; Report findings to Wellness Director.
Monitor e-call system equipment to ensure proper working condition and caregiver response to e-call to assure timely assistance.
Monitor and maintain resident charts; Report significant changes in a resident’s condition to the physician and responsible party and document in the resident’s chart all observations, follow through and any new orders/instructions from the physician.
Understand and use Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, and other safety rules.
Operate designated medical equipment, copy, scan, fax machines, and telephone.
Document and report resident incidents as required by state regulations.
Assist Wellness Director in the compliance of the community for the wellness department.
Assist with the review of pharmacy consultant recommendations and contact physician; Update MAR and treatment plan with any new orders or instructions from physician.
May administer TB skin testing on new associates as well as residents per state regulation.
Assist in other assignments delegated by the Wellness Director or Executive Director to ensure the compliance of the community and the wellness department regarding policy and procedures.
Serve as back up to the Wellness Director to complete assessments, service plans, and other required documentation for current and new residents.
Responsible for planning the wellness schedule – preferably 1 month in advance but no less than 2 weeks.
Participate in an on-call rotation for staffing and care needs; Responsible for finding coverage for open shifts when rotating on-call for staffing.
Be available by phone 24/7 while on-call for staffing needs and able to fill open shift if needed.
Participate in and support the resident-centered activities program.
Demonstrate the ability to function as a team member in sharing responsibilities for the administration of resident services in cooperation with all members of the team.
Keep Wellness Director informed of all changes in resident's health and/or any problems within the shift.
Participate in all staff meetings and attend other meetings as required.
Demonstrate an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents, and an understanding of the aging process.
Perform other duties as assigned by Wellness Director or Executive Director.