Director of Wellness- Louisville

Full Time Salary Exempt Position

Pay: Starting at $80,000 per year; higher rates are available for experienced nurses.

Monday through Friday schedule, weekend availability a must, On-call flexibility

1.) Do you have a compassionate heart and a positive attitude?
2.) Are you reliable and detail-oriented?
3.) Are you a good leader and good teammate?
4.) Do you want to use your critical thinking skills?

We’d love to talk with you about joining our team! We recently were named one of the Best Places to Work in Aging Services by Fortune. Apply today to learn more!

Role: Integral part of the Leadership Team that manages the day to day operations of the Wellness component of the community to ensure the maximum levels of resident functional ability, safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

• Perform continuous, ongoing supervision of all wellness department team members, including but not limited to recruiting, retaining, training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, scheduling and evaluating; establishes and builds rapport among team members to facilitate teamwork.
• Observe patients/residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.; Monitor and record vital signs; Administers prescribed medications, injections, wound care, collect lab samples and other basic medical care tasks; Provides assistance as necessary with activities of daily living
• Coordinates and implements regularly scheduled wellness meetings; ensures compliance of Wellness Department relative to federal, state, local and company regulations and policies
• Maintain liaison role by ensuring effective communication with other members of the team, residents, families and medical professionals
• Responsible for reporting on operation of Wellness Department to ensure continuity of care; keeping department on budget within established guidelines and submits recommendations for budget completion, equipment and supplies

Requirements:
LPN (Required)

RN (Preferred)
BLS Certification (Preferred, not required)

Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures
Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
Perfect physical condition and stamina

Why Juniper?

Whether you’re a seasoned leader who is excited to share your expertise, or are looking to grow into your first leadership position, Juniper is a wonderful place to connect your passion with purpose. If you’re excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career. Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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