Resident Care Manager

Kisco Senior Living•Walnut Creek, CA

6d•$78 - $85

About The Position

The Resident Care Manager @ Byron Park directs, coordinates, and supervises care services provided by care associates for the residents within the Assisted Living Department. Responsible for ensuring exemplary service is delivered with integrity, dignity, and compassion. May be responsible for medication control and coordination with physicians to ensure care and medications are delivered as directed. Responsible for the delivery of high-quality care by encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, psychosocial and intellectual well- being. This is a full time position, Tuesday-Saturday. Pay range: $78-85k/yr LVN REQUIRED

Requirements

Previous supervisory experience preferred
High school graduate required; college course work preferred
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is preferred
One to three years’ experience working in senior care
Must have or be able to obtain the appropriate State license required by law if required
Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

Nice To Haves

CPR Certified preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for monitoring and evaluating assigned residents and regularly assess levels of care, whenever there is a change in condition and/or to determine whether a resident is no longer appropriate for the setting, notifying Assistant Living Director as required
Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find appropriate associate to assist
Learns and understands resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
Responsible for effectively supervising departmental operations as directed on a day-to-day basis under the guidance of the department director or Executive Director
Responds in a tactful and timely manner to all residents, family members and/or staff
May be responsible for supervising resident medication programs
May be asked to monitor all physician orders and ensures they have been followed timely and accurately
Familiar with medical terminology necessary in the delivery of care services to residents
Interfaces with physicians, care providers, and outside health services pertaining to the resident’s needs (i.e., hospital, outpatient service, home health, therapies, etc.)
May be responsible for reviewing resident reports and documentation and ensures all care services have been delivered at each shift and notifies Assisted Living Director of any changes in a resident’s condition or needs
Assess residents utilizing the company’s resident care software system
Manages or assists with any emergency situations responsibly and calmly until aid arrives
May be responsible for assisting with scheduling for Care associates or care conferences
Regularly or on occasion communicates the company vision and strategy to create alignment between daily activities and company strategy
Manages direct reports schedules and time-cards as necessary
Review payroll documentation to minimize missed punches, monitor overtime, and manage labor costs
Works as part of the team within the department and across the community
Conduct and/or assists with regular staff and daily stand-up meetings
Plans, prepares, and monitors daily work schedules to meet labor targets
May be responsible for planning and preparing assignment sheets for Resident Assistants
Responsible for managing own and team’s resident confidentiality and privacy at all times
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
Interviews, hires, trains, manages, and retains highly effective associates and create a culture of associate engagement
Responsible for coaching, mentoring, team-building, performance management, recognition, and professional development of associates
Identifies and develops top talent for future succession opportunities
Set example and expectation of open and honest communication with and between all associates
Take a pro-active approach to look for ways to increase efficiency and potentially reduce costs to support continuous improvement
Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and reports any issues or concerns immediately to Assisted Living Director and Executive Director
Responsible for team’s adherence to all regulations, laws and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook
Understands supports and assists as needed in the community sales process
Performs other related duties as required