Wellness Nurse, LPN

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Above all, you will exhibit a passion for serving seniors and contribute to the positive environment our residents are proud to call home.

• Participates with the Admissions process.
• Assists with supervising and disciplining CNAs.
• Motivates residents to function independently.
• Ensures that all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced.
• Ensures compliance of all State Rules and Regulations of Assisted Living.
• Medication passes as needed to assist Certified Med Techs.
• Establishes and maintains a close liaison with residents and families.
• Maintains all records and communications as required by state agencies.
• Participates with compliance of all Fire Safety Procedures and mandatory fire drills.
• Assists with ongoing care management meetings. Reports specific problems encountered by residents to the Executive Director. Communicates with appropriate agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises CNAs to provide quality services in a caring environment which strives to preserve the resident's independence and self-respect.
• Coordinates with Executive Director, Regional nurse and other supervisors to schedule all services provided to the residents.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a true passion to work with our senior population. The candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

· Licensed Practical Nurse.

· Knowledge and experience with Florida ALF Regulations

· Knowledgeable about the Dementia disease process and management experience in a Memory support unit (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, speaking the primary language of the residents.

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

· Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Cognitive Demands:

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

· Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Competencies:

· Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior cognitive impaired population

· Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others;

· Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

· Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.

· Responds promptly to resident and visitor needs and assistance.

· Supports organization's goals and values.

· Balances team and individual responsibilities. Manages people effectively by taking responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Improves processes, products and services.

· Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well .

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics

Physical Setting:

• Long term care

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $31