Wellness Nurse The Residence at Orchard Grove

LCB Senior Living•Shrewsbury, MA

1d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a Wellness Nurse at The Residence at Orchard Grove in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. This role is an active member of the Resident Care Team and assists the Resident Care Director with community management. Responsibilities include supervising Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents’ emerging health needs, providing coverage for resident care staffing as needed, assisting with on-call duties, and following up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director. The position is offered as part-time every other weekend or per diem on all shifts, with a wage range of $35.00–$41.00 per hour based on years of experience. The Wellness Nurse supports resident care planning and service-plan reviews, responds to resident medical concerns, assists with staffing and scheduling coverage, and contributes to community marketing and occupancy efforts. With written physician orders and as permitted by applicable regulations, the nurse administers medications and provides direct resident care as needed. The role also includes required documentation, incident-report follow-up, infection-control monitoring, and communication related to state compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous healthcare experience in a hospital and/or community setting.
Current RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
Professional knowledge and skills necessary to assist with planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, 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.
Support community occupancy growth by positively representing and interacting with prospective residents, family members, and professionals.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing and revising service plans in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
Apply an understanding of pathophysiological and psychosocial changes associated with aging and disabilities.
Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of Resident Care Associates.
Evaluate resident 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 problem areas 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 staff coverage, are maintained as applicable.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, and implement changes through appropriate channels to minimize future issues.
Ensure appropriate communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.
Assist the Resident Care Director with documentation required by LCB Senior Living or 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.