LNA-Keene

American House Senior Living Communities•Keene, NH

21h

About The Position

The LNA assists with the day-to-day operation of the community’s Health and Wellness component under the general direction of the Executive Director and Wellness Director. The role supports resident functional ability, safety, and well-being, and helps ensure high-quality services through coordination, supervision, communication, and assistance with nursing activities and medication administration.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and compassion for older adults.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret facility forms, signs, and product instructions.
Ability to speak clearly and interpret verbal communication.
Strong interpersonal relationship skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Initiative, judgment, and leadership skills.
Telephone skills.
Problem-solving and logic skills.
Computer skills.

Responsibilities

Follow American House’s philosophy and written policies and procedures governing the Resident Services Department.
Help coordinate communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families, and maintain contact with residents and family members.
Support continuous high-quality service in the Health and Wellness Department through supervision, oversight, and delegation.
Promote rapport and teamwork among Health and Wellness team members.
Assist with recruiting and selecting Resident Associates and with training, counseling, motivating, disciplining, and evaluating team members.
Assist with staff orientation and in-service training.
Help ensure staff compliance with safety regulations and procedures, including fire protection, infection control, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and quality assurance.
Provide written and oral reports to the Wellness Director about Health and Wellness Department operations.
Coordinate healthcare services with other resident services to support continuity of care.
Assist the Wellness Director with nursing activities and medication administration.
Continuously assess residents to verify their appropriateness to live in the community.
Assist with regularly scheduled wellness meetings and complete required administrative paperwork.
Work with residents’ attending physicians to help ensure the highest quality of service.
Submit recommendations to the Wellness Director regarding budget completion, equipment, and supplies.
Help develop work schedules and assignments to support staff accountability and task completion.
Maintain confidentiality of resident information in accordance with HIPAA and protect confidential community and personnel information unless disclosure is directed or permitted by law.