Health and Wellness Director

WELLQUEST • Springville, UT

5d • $90,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Health Services Director is a nurse responsible for coordinating resident care under the medical direction and supervision of the residents’ attending physicians to ensure the resident remains as independent as possible for as long as possible at a WellQuest Living community. This role involves assisting residents and their families in maintaining physical and emotional health, liaising with healthcare professionals and community organizations, and modifying treatment plans to meet resident needs. The Health Services Director also assists with hiring, evaluating, and supervising Care Managers, and shares responsibility for the daily care of residents.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Licensed Vocational or Registered Health Services Director in the applicable state.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations consistent with medication delivery.
• Ability to work patiently with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Ability to analyze stressful situations and conceive creative courses of action.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to explain work duties to staff.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and other health care professionals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their families.
• Be mobile and able to perform physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to assist cognitively impaired people with activities of daily living.
• Displays sincere compassion toward cognitively impaired older adults.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience in a health care environment, working with cognitively impaired older adults.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident care under the medical direction and supervision of attending physicians.
• Assist residents and their families in maintaining physical and emotional health.
• Liaise with hospital personnel, physicians, community organizations, and other health-related service agencies.
• Modify treatment regimens to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident.
• Assist with hiring, evaluating, coordinating, monitoring performance, and supervising Care Managers.
• Share responsibilities for the daily care of residents with Care Managers.
• Communicate with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses, and state agencies.
• Perform nursing duties as directed, including administering medications and performing treatments.
• Conduct thorough reporting of pertinent information regarding resident care to the oncoming shift.
• Complete documentation and encourage use of the Communication Log.
• Participate in end-of-shift report.
• Coordinate incidental medical and dental care for residents.
• Assist with physician orders and pharmacy delivery of medications.
• Organize central storage and delivery of medications.
• Observe residents and collect data pertinent to resident care.
• Communicate all relevant resident information with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure proper documentation regarding change in condition and incident reporting.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed and medical records are maintained.
• Assist Care Managers and Medication Aides, and assume caregiver/medication aide activities when needed.
• Respond promptly to resident and staff needs.
• Carry a pager and radio at all times while at the property.
• Assist Care Managers and residents in performing activities of daily living.
• Use Universal Precautions and follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Work towards maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety, and confidentiality.
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers.
• Assist new residents with arranging personal items and familiarizing them with their surroundings.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities.
• Assist Activity Department staff in carrying out planned activities.
• Attend all scheduled in-service classes.
• Assist with orienting new staff to the residence.
• Provide support to community’s marketing efforts through positive interactions.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Perform daily and nightly rounds of the property.
• Notify maintenance staff of all needed repairs.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions.
• Support a positive and professional image.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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