LPN/DON Director of Wellness $83k-95k (Full Time)

Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon•Solon, OH

28d•$83,200 - $95,160•Onsite

About The Position

Arrow Senior Living is hiring a full-time Wellness Director for Vitalia Active Adult Community in Solon, Ohio. The role oversees resident care and the Wellness department, including care companions and medication technicians. The Wellness Director ensures that care is appropriate and compliant with community policies, regulations, state guidelines, and law; supports residents and families; maintains accurate documentation; and coordinates medication management and medical appointments. The Wellness Director trains, supervises, motivates, and builds the Wellness team; implements staff, dementia-specific, and medication training programs; and works with the Memory Care Director and Resident Services Director on related programs and activities. The position also participates in admissions, prepares rooms for new residents, responds to medical emergencies, reports suspected elder abuse or neglect, and regularly reports to the Executive Director on department status and planning. The position is based at Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon, 6050 Kruse Dr., Solon, Ohio 44139. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with a Manager on Duty weekend rotation from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Salary is $83,200–$95,160, with the opportunity to earn up to $4,000 in annual performance-based bonuses.

Requirements

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of employment.
At least two years of resident-care experience in assisted living.
Thorough working knowledge of current care standards and regulations.
Experience providing hands-on care to memory-impaired residents.
Ability to maintain and update effective service plans.
Ability to supervise care staff.
Comprehensive working knowledge of current medication regulations and law.
Knowledge of requirements for providing care and supervision appropriate to residents.
Ability to communicate with physicians, pharmacies, families, and community staff.
Good health and physical and mental capability to perform assigned tasks; health screening by a physician is required no more than six months before or seven days after employment.
Demonstrate freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis within seven days of employment.
Criminal clearance by DOJ and FBI before initial presence in the facility.
Clean driving record in accordance with the insurance carrier’s policy.

Responsibilities

Direct and maintain exceptional quality of care for residents.
Provide oversight, training, motivation, and team building for Wellness staff.
Provide service to residents, families, and visitors.
Oversee department compliance and budget and ensure the department follows state guidelines and Arrow policies.
Oversee care companions and medication technicians.
Coordinate medication management and ensure care complies with community policy, regulation, and law.
Chart resident notes, review end-of-shift notes, record new or changed physician orders, and maintain accurate resident charts.
Maintain healthcare provider relations and develop positive working relationships with physicians.
Perform resident assessments and appraise resident needs according to established protocols.
Respond to medical emergencies and monitor and record observed physical, mental, and emotional changes in residents.
Assist with scheduling medical appointments and maintain a current appointment calendar.
Work with the Resident Services Director to implement appropriate activities.
Report regularly to the Executive Director with status reports and participate in strategic planning.
Implement general staff training, dementia-specific orientation and training with the Memory Care Director, and medication training; train staff using appropriate materials.
Participate in community surveys.
Meet with families and residents during admissions and ensure rooms are ready for new residents.
Report any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment, or neglect as outlined in policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Company 401(k) match of 100% up to the first 3%, fully vested upon enrollment.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Disability insurance for full-time employees.
Employee assistance program.
Weekly employee recognition program.
Life insurance for full-time employees.
Paid time off; full-time employees accrue up to 115 hours annually.
Tuition reimbursement after 90 days for full-time and part-time employees.
Employee referral program for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Complimentary meal each shift for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Daily pay option.
Direct deposit.
Promotion from within.