Health and Wellbeing Director - LPN or RN

Orchard at Brookhaven•Athens, GA

About The Position

The Health and Wellbeing Director is responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the health and wellbeing of the residents within the community. Responsibilities include but are not limited to all resident care programs, quality assurance and regulatory compliance, assisting in the training and on-boarding of all care staff including nurses, community supervisors and resident care team members.

Requirements

Completion of a Professional Nursing Program and license to practice as a registered or licensed nurse
Three (3) years supervisory and management experience including hiring staff, coaching, performance management ,daily operations supervision, discipline and counseling
Must successfully clear a background check, TB skin test or x-ray, and health screening
Current CPR certification
Must have a valid driver's license
Current certificate of training for successful completion of the five (5) hour initial fire safety training provided by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner
Works with integrity; upholds organizational values
Must be able to work independently and have strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, policies and employee manuals- Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively in front of others
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation, and interaction with residents' families and families experiencing loss
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy
Demonstrates and knowledgeable of the Six (6) Rights of Medication Pass ("Right" resident, medication, dosage, time, route, right to refuse)
Adheres to all Orchard policies and procedures
Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to residents, families, and staff and adhere to all HIPAA rules
Displays a positive and professional image and attitude in all relationships with residents, families, peers and in the community- Outlined in detail in the employee handbook.
Maintains positive communication and team collaboration
Serves as an ambassador for Orchard at all times
Demonstrates ongoing responsibility for self-education
Maintains resident and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety
Attends regularly scheduled department meetings
Responsible for maintaining all continuing education and training requirements for position
Attends and participates in onsite training and continuing education as required
Participates in safety program, as requested
Cooperates to investigate employee injuries
Promotes and support safety awareness and implement safety operations
Encourages staff to make suggestions on safety practices
Participates in regularly scheduled meetings with, Executive Director, department directors and associates
Participates in orientation of new employees
Participates in volunteer orientations, training and education as requested
Maintains appropriate communication with the Executive Director
Remains updated and communicates state regulation changes to all associates
Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations (i.e. OSHA)
Participates in the risk management programs
Demonstrates the ability to be innovative and creative and have patience, high energy and resourcefulness in problem solving
Assists as requested by the Executive Director in a dining room during resident meal times to ensure residents have a positive experience
Must always be accessible either by phone or email. Voice messages and emails are responded to within 24 hours
Participates in the Care Manager on Duty (MOD) rotation
Ability to work evenings, weekends and flexible hours when necessary to meet the needs of our residents
Follows Professional Dress Code policies as outlined in the employee handbook for community and department specific standards
Only when necessary, uses cell phone solely for conducting Orchard business in common areas of the community; otherwise follows Orchard Phone Policy
Perform other related duties as assigned
All employees are expected to uphold the Orchard F-A-M-I-L-Y mission and vision.
Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
These are the fruits of the spirit you can expect from the Orchard F-A-M-I-L-Y values and best practices.
First Impressions All are welcomed with an authentic and inviting experience into the beautiful, well organized, and relaxing home we share.
Accountability and Integrity We value the ability of our team to be reliable, personally responsible, and to honor their commitment to residents, families, leadership and one another. Accountability involves a process of seeing the need, owning the next step, and staying solution focused.
Meaningful Moments When it comes to creating a life worth living, each person has unique and individual needs. We are dedicated to creating purpose and wellbeing through connection with our team, local affiliates and organizations, and previous community relationships whenever possible.
Information and Communication We believe knowledge is power and communication is the lifeline to effective collaboration.
Learning and Leading Curiosity, willingness, and personal action create the professional path to achieving the orchard FAMILY of excellence.
Yes "we can" Attitude With a can-do character we are committed to creative solution focused problem solving.

Responsibilities

Identifies initial and on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process
Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in care needs
Maintains wellness files according to Orchard policy, federal and state guidelines
Completes wellness sections of the resident evaluation and assessment and PSP at the time of move-in, semi-annually and with any change in status
Completes wellness sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident on a monthly basis
Partners with other department directors to identify, review, discuss potential changes in service / medication levels
Informs the Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out
Ensures weights and vital signs are obtained monthly for each resident prior to completion of monthly wellness visit
Contacts resident's attending physician when necessary and or upon family request
Maintains wellness supplies for the community emergency kits
Oversee the monitoring of each resident's medication and treatment profile to ensure each medication and treatment is administered as ordered and documented accurately
Monitors the Medication Room, med charts, treatment carts for neatness, cleanliness, availability of medications and expired medications
Identifies and executes needed collaborations to enhance communities' service provision and marketing efforts with regional and corporate operations teams
Participates in outside committees and organizations relevant to Resident Care and Alzheimer's/dementia care
Addresses all issues and/or concerns of residents' family members and ensures prompt resolutions for overall family satisfaction in regards to resident care
Maintains contact with family and resident when hospitalized either by phone, email or in person
Ensures at least one member of department completes an in person visit for residents hospitalized longer than 5 days
Develops guidelines, standards, and practices for Resident Care and programming
Develops ongoing quality improvement programs for resident services
Sets standards for resident service delivery including recommendation on staffing levels and roles and responsibilities, pricing strategies, and program differentiation and implementation
Observes Certified Medication Aides/ Nurses at a minimum quarterly or per state regulation to ensure proper medication assistance / administration is being followed
Actively participates in risk management programs