Director of Health and Wellness

Priority Life Care•Holland, MI

About The Position

The Director of Health and Wellness plans, organizes, develops, and directs the Nursing Department in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations. Under the supervision of the Regional Director of Nursing and Executive Director, the role is responsible for direct resident care and for hiring, training, developing, evaluating, supervising, and scheduling nursing department staff across all shifts. The Director works to resolve personnel issues and ensure consistently high-quality care for residents. The position also supports residents, families, the care team, and the community; assists with resident admissions; performs office functions related to PointClickCare entries, timekeeping, and payroll processing; and promotes a safe, clean environment and resident privacy and independence. Other duties may be assigned, and reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of previous long-term care experience.
Experience managing staff and working in a long-term care and/or assisted living setting is preferred.
Experience with applicable state survey rules and regulations, Medicare, and Medicaid.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience managing staff and working in a long-term care and/or assisted living setting.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, develop, and direct the Nursing Department in accordance with applicable guidelines and regulations.
Provide direct resident care while leading and supporting coworkers in delivering skilled, dedicated, and compassionate care.
Hire, train, develop, evaluate, supervise, and schedule nursing department staff across all shifts, and address personnel issues.
Evaluate the quality and cost-effectiveness of nursing department staffing and services.
Attend and prepare monthly staff meetings and arrange or provide educational in-services.
Identify staff development and training needs and ensure staff receive the necessary training.
Serve as a point of contact, advocate, and informational resource for residents, families, the care team, and the community.
Assist with admissions of new residents.
Perform office functions related to PointClickCare entries, timekeeping, and payroll processing.
Promote a safe and clean environment; ensure equipment is clean and functional and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Review care plans daily to ensure appropriate care is provided.
Maintain the confidentiality of resident information and protect resident privacy.
Promote the greatest possible degree of independence for residents.
Understand and review the community's Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures and Safety Guidelines.
Comply with state, federal, and other applicable healthcare and safety standards.
Assist families and other visitors as needed.
Promote and exemplify Priority Life Care's mission and values.

Benefits

Competitive wages and paid time off.
Career advancement opportunities through the Pathway to Promotion program.
Health plans, including vision and dental coverage.
SwiftMD telemedicine at low or no cost.
Special pay rates on holidays.
Company-paid $10,000 life insurance.
Family planning and support services through Maven.
Voluntary short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
Retirement savings plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee referral bonuses.
On-demand wages via ZayZoon.
Rewards based on years of service and a PLC Employee of the Year Award.