Wellness Nurse/LVN - Poets Walk
About The Position
Juniper Communities is seeking a compassionate and reliable Wellness Nurse/LVN for Poets Walk. This role assists in the day-to-day operations of the health and wellness component of the community, ensuring residents maintain the highest levels of functional ability, safety, and well-being. The position operates within Juniper Communities' philosophy, hallmarks, policies, and procedures, adhering to federal, state, and local regulatory standards. The company emphasizes diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of innovation and providing opportunities for growth and fulfillment. This role offers DailyPay, allowing associates to access earned wages before payday.
Requirements
- An LVN license (Required).
- Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.
- Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.
- Memory Care experience
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Juniper Communities' philosophy, hallmarks, and policies governing the Resident Services Department.
- Assist in coordinating effective communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families.
- Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
- Provide ongoing supervision, oversight, and delegation to ensure high-quality service within the Health and Wellness Department.
- Assist in establishing rapport among Health and Wellness team members to facilitate teamwork.
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent Resident Associates.
- Assist in the continuous supervision of Health and Wellness team members, including training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, and evaluating.
- Assist with In-Touch Orientation and in-service training.
- Ensure staff follows established safety regulations, including fire protection, infection control, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous waste, and quality assurance procedures.
- Make written and oral reports to the Wellness Director concerning the operation of the Health and Wellness Department.
- Work in concert with other members of the Resident Services Leadership Team.
- Assist in coordinating health care services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care.
- Assist the Wellness Director in various nursing activities.
- Continually assess residents to verify their appropriateness to live within the Community.
- Assist in the coordination of regularly scheduled wellness meetings.
- Complete all administrative paperwork as required.
- Assist with medication administration.
- Work in conjunction with the resident's attending Physician, as needed, to ensure the highest quality of service is being provided.
- Submit recommendations to the Wellness Director for budget completion, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist in the development of work schedules and assignments to ensure staff accountability and task completion.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff information.
- Serve as a networking team member, as directed.
Benefits
- DailyPay, the ability to be paid on-demand, without waiting until pay day!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
