Wellness Nurse (LPN) Full-Time

Monarch Communities • City of New Rochelle, NY

2d • $39 - $40

About The Position

The Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse who provides direct nursing care to residents, with an emphasis on holistic wellness. The role also helps supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nursing Assistants. The position is led by the community’s Health and Wellness Director (RN).

This is a full-time position scheduled for at least 30 hours per week, working 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. The listed compensation is $39–$40 per hour; the posting also separately states “USD 39 - USD 40 - yearly.”

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and a current LPN license.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and of nursing practices, techniques, and methods applied to resident health and wellness.
• Proficiency with computer skills and Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and the ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to perform physical duties that often involve standing, walking, sitting, fine and gross motor skills, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and smelling.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds; intermittent lifting and supporting of residents is required, using proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting (preferred).
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of all residents.
• Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
• Promote the highest degree of service to residents while leading and demonstrating the company’s mission.
• Conduct thorough resident assessments.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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