Director of Resident Care

Carriage Inn Lake Jackson • Lake Jackson, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Bay is a mission-driven, not-for-profit senior living health care organization. We encourage our staff and residents to REACH for the stars! Our values focus on: Respect Excellence Appreciation Connection Honor Our goal is to help residents to grow, thrive and be contributors to community life. We do this by fostering relationships, connections, and a sense of belonging. YOU are an important part of creating such a full life! We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Resident Care to join our team at Carriage Inn Lake Jackson . The Director of Resident Care is responsible for the overall direction and leadership of resident wellness and the resident medication program in the assisted living and memory care communities.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year management experience in senior living or related health programs preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited LVN/RN program.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LVN in Texas.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills in fiscal clinical management, strategic planning, program, and staff development.
• Ability to work with and supervise others as an effective team builder and team player.
• Ability to effectively evaluate performance and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, set priorities, organize work, and make independent decisions.
• Valid State driver’s license and clear driving record that meets the requirements of our insurance carrier and company policy.
• Computer proficiency with electronic medical records, the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
• Ability to speak, read & write English.
• Must be willing to undergo a routine background check.

Responsibilities

• Initiate resident service plans according to the individualized needs of the resident as prescribed by physician and/or community policy.
• Manage the health care of all residents, including the dissemination of information to families, staff, physicians and third- party providers.
• Perform on-site assessments of residents admitted to hospitals or skilled nursing facilities for treatment and maintain contact with resident’s family and discharge planner with the view to returning to the community.
• Complete pre-admission assessments for each resident and update every six months or as needed with change of condition.
• Meet with each resident on a regular basis to provide health and wellness, check and answer any health-related questions.
• Review the resident’s medical report prior to move -in to ensure that the community can provide for the resident’s individual needs.
• Monitors the skin assessments of the residents.
• Assesses wounds and obtains physician orders for treatments and interventions working with home health providers.
• Assures ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, dental visits, psych visits, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through.
• Provide training, supervision, and monitoring of Medication Assistant in the assistance of medications, to include frequent auditing medication sheets, medication passes, shift change MAR audit and Narcotic counts.
• Assure that all medications prescribed have orders, are available, and are transcribed correctly in the E MAR by auditing the medication records and chart frequently and ensure proper documentation for medication assistance administration.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the resident, resident’s family, physician, and pharmacy regarding the resident's medication needs, etc.
• Assists the Business office manager in the completion of new hire paperwork, monitoring time sheets, and performing medication associate evaluations per company policy.
• On-call duties for staffing and clinical needs.
• May need to assume the role of Resident Assistant and/or Medication Aide to ensure consistent quality care is provided.
• Key member of the Community’s emergency response team which includes remaining on site at the Community coordinating the response during declared emergencies and disasters.
• Participate in the community’s Manager on Duty rotation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage including health, dental & vision with Cardinal Bay contributing over 50% of cost.
• Life Insurance covered 100% by Cardinal Bay.
• Full-time employees receive 3.5 weeks paid vacation for the first 5 years, then it bumps up to 4.5 weeks. Use it, let it roll, or cash it in!
• Benefit from exclusive discounts on auto home and pet insurance.
• Perks @ Work offers discounts on electronics, personal travel, apparel, home needs, entertainment, fitness/nutrition, and childcare costs!
• Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling on family, work, legal, identity theft recovery, mental health, and everyday life!
• $300 per FT referral
• Advancement & cross-training opportunities available at all 8 communities.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k)-retirement savings plan and matching contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed