Wellness Nurse/LVN - PW
About The Position
Juniper Communities is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Wellness Nurse/LVN to join our team. This role assists in the management of the day-to-day operations of the health and wellness component of the community, ensuring the highest levels of resident functional ability, safety, and well-being. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of innovation, and providing opportunities for growth and fulfillment. If you are a reliable team player with strong critical thinking skills and a desire to make a difference in senior living, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- An LVN license (Required).
- Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.
- Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.
- Compassionate heart and a positive attitude.
- Reliable and detail-oriented.
- Good leader and good teammate.
- Ability to use critical thinking skills.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance to Juniper Communities philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Resident Services Department.
- Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families.
- Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
- Through ongoing supervision, oversight, and delegation assists in the provision of a continuous high quality of 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, ongoing supervision of all Health and Wellness team members, including but not limited to training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, and evaluating.
- Assist in the In-Touch Orientation and in-service training.
- Assist to ensure that all 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 the coordination of health care services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care.
- Assist 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.
- Works in conjunction with resident's attending Physician, as needed, to make certain 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.
- Serves as 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
