SNF Wellness Nurse - Full Time

Watercrest Senior Living Group•Austin, TX

39d

About The Position

The Wellness Nurse provides direct and indirect care to residents/patients in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner. The Wellness Nurse performs his/her duties under the supervision of the SNF Resident Wellness Director while adhering to mandated nursing standards. The Wellness Nurse is responsible for maintaining compliance with all state and federal regulations while utilizing the standards of care policies and procedures.

Requirements

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents/patients, family members, vendors, referral sources and outside contacts
Able to make independent decisions
Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner
Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
RN or LPN license
Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult
Able to stand or walk 75% of the day
Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions
Able to work under stress and in emergency situations
Able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing, and grasping
Able to talk and hear effectively in order to convey instructions and information to residents and team members
Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Work in all areas of the community
Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions
Use personal protective equipment and supplies when needed to prevent burns, falls, and infection
Personal protective equipment includes infection control kit, rubber gloves, masks and non-slip shoes
Subject to infectious diseases, substances and odors
Follow Safety Policy & Procedures

Nice To Haves

Minimum One (1) year in the senior living environment

Responsibilities

Servant Leadership directs all aspects of decision making
Contributes to all aspects of medication management, including but not limited to; orders, administration, storage, documentation and as mandated by the State Regulations and Guidelines as well as Company policy and procedure
Assures resident/patient rooms and common areas are clean and safe at all times
Assure that all resident/patient care specialists are familiar with the residents'/patients' individual conditions and are trained to provide the resident services in an effective, professional and sensitive manner
Continually assess residents/patients to identify any change in condition, mood, behavior, or level of function to ensure appropriate interventions to maintain the residents' highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing
Administration of medications
Responsible Limited Nursing license daily recommendations and documentation (if applicable)
Implements plans of care recommended by the Resident Wellness Director
Implements change in condition plans
Serves as the "Charge Nurse" for assigned shift ensuring residents/patients are well cared for
Provides accurate and timely documentation of all care provided to residents
Assembles and maintains resident charting and accurately maintains all records
Completes accident and incident reports as required
Maintains relationships with residents, family members and responsible parties
Assist in the coordination of effective communication among the team, residents/patients, and families
Be prepared for and manage emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies
Ensures adequate and appropriately trained team members are available for each shift within company and state guidelines
Must be in company uniform and resident ready at all times
Performs other related essential duties as assigned