Wellness Nurse Maple Ridge of Essex

LCB Senior Living•Essex Junction, VT

5d•$37 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Wellness Nurse is an active member of the Resident Care Team and assists the Resident Care Director with management of the community. The role includes directly supervising Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents’ emerging health needs, providing resident-care coverage as needed, assisting with on-call duties, and following up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director. The nurse also supports resident assessments and service plans, coordinates care and documentation, and participates in community marketing and occupancy efforts. This is a full-time position at Maple Ridge Assisted Living in Essex Junction, Vermont, scheduled from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The hourly wage range is $37.00–$40.00, based on years of experience.

Requirements

High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous health experience in a hospital and/or community setting.
Current RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
Professional knowledge and skills needed to assist in planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards and maintain quality care.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the surrounding community.
Represent the community positively and interact with prospective residents, family members, and professionals to support occupancy growth.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing or revising service plans in accordance with state requirements.
Apply knowledge of pathophysiological and psychosocial changes associated with aging and disabilities.
Direct and supervise Resident Care Associates’ daily work assignments.
Evaluate residents’ issues and medical concerns and discuss them with the Executive Director, family, and physician as appropriate.
Encourage teamwork and cooperate with other departments to address problems and improve services.
Monitor Resident Care Associates’ compliance with infection-control and sharps-disposal procedures.
Participate in community marketing efforts.
Provide direct resident care as needed.
Support Resident Care Associates with assignment questions, concerns, and emergency situations.
Ensure required staffing and schedules, including backup coverage, are maintained.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, implement changes through appropriate channels, and support required communication and state compliance reporting.
Assist the Resident Care Director with documentation required by LCB Senior Living and state requirements.
Administer topical and oral medications and ear and eye drops with written physician orders; administer injectables where permitted by regulation.
Perform other duties as requested.