Wellness Coordinator LPN/RN PRN

An RN/LPN Wellness Coordinator is a part of the overall commitment by the staff to provide a high-quality resident-focused plan of care, including the care for the physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the resident. This position is responsible for the Resident Medication Program, Resident service plans, in servicing of staff and ADL assessments. Works closely with the Executive Director and Operations Care Coordinator to maintain the health and wellness of the residents of Tremont Ridge. Scheduled workdays and times could vary and may include weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports and promotes an environment conducive with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the hospital.
• Assures all staff members are competent to fulfill their assigned responsibilities.
• Supports and participates in the resident centered activity program.
• Performs assessments and reassessments to determine residents’ needs and establish appropriate service plans.
• Establish and maintain a medication system which adheres to state, federal and company laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Notifies Operations Care Coordinator, Executive Director, or designer of changes in resident’s condition in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Communicate to residents, families, hospital committees, resident services staff, and Executive Director in an effective and respectful manner as needed.
• Keep written notes of specific assignments and records pertinent information about the Residents in the Special Care Cottage and/or Assisted Living
• Correspond with Physician’s offices and Pharmacies, as necessary.
• Coordinate, monitor and document all resident’s medication under the supervision of the Operations Care Coordinator and guidelines of State regulations.
• Staff education
• Acts as a contact for issues related to resident care within the community.
• Ensure adherence to company policy and State Health and Safety Codes, and federal regulations for assisted living communities.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, hospital, or physician related information
• Maintain orderly condition of assigned work area.
• Is knowledgeable of general hospital policies and procedures.
• Provide educational training & materials for staff every 30 days.
• Maintain resident records with accurate medication lists, service plans, and assessments.
• Reporting to IDPH when Executive Director is off.
• Companion scheduling
• Maintain accurate documentation of all variance reports and timely reporting to Executive Director and hospital as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotation schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned and are subject to change with or without prior notice.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes assigned daily duties.
• Follows expected work practices.
• Displays thoroughness and accuracy of work.
• Works in a safe manner, including reporting unsafe equipment or environment.
• Well organized, accepts assignments willingly and accomplishes them quickly.
• Anticipates problems and suggests solutions.
• Helps with not specifically assigned duties.
• Works steadily and always keeps busy.
• Maintain knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact with patients, visitors, and staff in the following age groups: Adult & Geriatric
• Ability to work well with a diverse work team.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to concentrate.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good mental health and emotional maturity
• Good personal grooming and hygiene
• Recognizes and respects the individual emotional, social, and cultural needs of Residents, including their religious beliefs.
• Always preserves the dignity and respect of all Residents.
• Displays knowledge of sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment, and procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of and practices Universal Precautions
• Willingness to perform a variety of minimal repetitive tasks that may involve unpleasant conditions and maintain patience and tact.
• Possession of a genuine interest and concern for geriatric and disabled persons
• Weekend rotation.

(The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and really additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by Hillsboro Health.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Graduation from high school or GED is preferred.
• Must have the ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Graduate of accredited school of license practical nursing

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Hold and maintain RN or LPN Illinois Licensure
• CPR certification
• In compliance with Criminal Background Check requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing and walking
• Required to climb, balance, stoop, and kneel.
• Required to use arms, hands, and fingers for repetitive grasping, pulling, and pushing and feeling.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, any workload exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in well light, climate-controlled setting
• May be exposed to communicable diseases, unpleasant sights, odors, and materials.
• The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

Receives training and/or attends necessary meetings to meet the criteria as outlined in Hillsboro Health’s Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct. Understands the responsibilities related to compliance and knows how to contact the Corporate Compliance Officer should there be any instance of question or concern regarding fraud and/or abuse.

PRN BENEFITS

Paid time off, 401(k) Plan, and Community Benefit Hours

PAY RATES

RN $33.50 thru $40.00 per hour

LPN $25.00 thru $30.00 per hour