Health and Wellness Director (RN)

Monarch Communities • Rehoboth Beach, DE

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About The Position

The Health and Wellness Director (RN) oversees the day-to-day operations of the health and wellness department, including planning, implementing, and evaluating resident care. This exempt, salaried position reports to the Executive Director and has a dotted-line relationship to the Regional Health & Wellness Director. The director is responsible for department compliance, assessments, care planning, staffing, budgeting, and hands-on care in accordance with state regulations and company policies. The position includes 24/7 on-call responsibilities and may require providing nurse coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Four or more years of supervisory experience in Senior Living, Assisted Living, Long-Term Care, or Skilled Care.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Windows, Outlook, and Excel, and ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds and intermittently lifting and supporting residents; must use proper body mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all areas of the Health & Wellness department, including compliance, planning, assessments, directing, budgeting, staffing, and hands-on care, in accordance with state regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Conduct thorough resident assessments.
• Ensure resident care needs are met and maintained according to physician orders, state regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Monitor the progress and effectiveness of resident care plans through written progress notes and verbal communication with residents and associates.
• Evaluate Health & Wellness associates’ skill competencies and overall performance.
• Complete nursing audits as needed, including medication carts and eMARs/TARs, to ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Implement training programs and in-services for associates in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide ongoing leadership to Health & Wellness associates and ensure staffing levels and shift schedules operate effectively.
• Coordinate ancillary support services for residents.
• Inform physicians, families, and associates of changes in residents’ conditions and needs.
• Maintain the department within budget guidelines for staffing and supplies.
• Assist with nurse coverage as needed.
• Fulfill 24/7 on-call responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Account for commuter/parking expenses
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Resident referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree