Director of Health and Wellness - RN License and AL Experience Required

Senior Lifestyle•Pennsville, NJ

22h

About The Position

The Director of Health and Wellness directs the Health and Wellness Program, ensuring that Senior Lifestyle standards and state requirements for resident care are met. The position directs staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages the clinical budget. It oversees care delivery to Assisted Living residents and coordinates care conferences, assessments, service plans, resident orientations, staff training, and clinical staffing. The role also requires 24/7 on-call clinical support and may require driving to prospective residents’ homes or other healthcare settings to conduct assessments.

Requirements

LPN/LVN or RN license required.
Must maintain CEUs and other state requirements for the position.
Experience managing a clinical team in a senior living or hospital setting.
Experience managing and developing complex teams.
Ability to manage multiple high-level tasks, including staff scheduling, care conference scheduling, and professional, positive communication with staff and families.
Experience with EMR/EHR clinical documentation systems.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to drive to locations for prospective resident assessments when necessary.
Technology savvy and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Organized, self-aware, and able to manage time effectively.
Maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward residents and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

Energy, passion, and a hospitality-focused mindset.
Passion for serving seniors and growing teams.

Responsibilities

Directly oversee care delivery to Assisted Living residents to meet their emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs.
Coordinate resident and family care conferences with the Executive Director and serve as a liaison among residents, families, and staff.
Work with residents, families, and staff to ensure residents are at appropriate levels of care.
Manage labor costs, supplies, and other clinical budget line items.
Monitor documentation systems to ensure regulatory review timeframes for assessments and service plans are met and resident needs are addressed.
Write and review resident assessments, evaluations, and care plans with appropriate staff.
Assess and evaluate prospective residents for Assisted Living care, including at their home or another healthcare setting when necessary.
Schedule and conduct new resident orientations for Assisted Living residents.
Provide, plan, schedule, and monitor staff training and in-service programs, including required statutory or regulatory training; attend required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
Manage and coordinate nursing and other Assisted Living staff, communicate pertinent resident health and safety information, and oversee or complete monthly schedules and daily assignments.
Promote a safe working environment by preventing accidents, preserving equipment, and promoting safe work practices.
Ensure compliance with state regulatory requirements, including mandatory reporting to the State.
Ensure concern and incident reports are completed and filed, and that appropriate follow-up is conducted.
Assist with and/or perform mock surveys.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and coworkers while following company policies, standards, and procedures.
Provide 24/7 on-call clinical support.
Perform other duties as assigned.