Health and Wellness Director

Atrium Village by Cogir•Owings Mills, MD

1d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Health and Wellness Director (LPN/LVN or RN) is an integral member of the management team and works closely with the Executive Director to support residents’ health and wellness. The director performs initial and ongoing assessments of residents’ physical and psychosocial needs and coordinates with other departments to ensure high-quality care. The role interacts with employees, residents, family members, vendors, and professional contacts in the community. The director leads, trains, supervises, and coaches the clinical team, helps foster a positive and energetic community atmosphere, and manages day-to-day clinical operations. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, as well as company policies.

Requirements

An LVN/LPN or RN nursing license in good standing.
At least four years of experience working in geriatric nursing, including experience with medication administration, delivery systems, and pharmacies.
At least two years of experience in a supervisory or management role, including experience with budgets, staff development, training, and scheduling.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Computer literacy and good knowledge of the Microsoft suite.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and overtime, and capacity to be on-call 24/7.
Meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
Compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or higher in nursing, or a combination of education and experience.
Additional coursework in management.
Current state-required certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and other applicable credentials.
Experience in Memory Care.

Responsibilities

Foster a resident-centered approach to planning and delivering services, support residents’ participation in decision-making, and treat residents with dignity and respect.
Assess residents’ health, functional, and psychosocial status; initiate individualized service plans; proactively manage care and services; and help residents maximize their opportunity to remain in assisted living or memory care.
Establish and maintain the medication program.
Oversee hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and termination of licensed nursing staff, Med Techs/CMA/CNAs, and care staff.
Provide hands-on training, supervision, and staff development.
Communicate regularly with residents’ families regarding health care needs.
Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses in accordance with company, federal, state, and local requirements.
Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
Participate in the management team’s marketing efforts by representing the community positively to outside agencies.
Work closely with the Executive Director and coordinate with other departments to support residents’ health and wellness and quality of care.
Manage the day-to-day clinical operations of the community and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee referral program.
Tuition reimbursement for additional coursework, multi-state licensure, and more.
In-state relocation assistance is available.
Transportation stipend for certain positions.
Exceptional clinical support from national and regional expertise.
Multiple licensed nurses per community.
24-hour after-hours support from nurses.
Internal processes for license protection.