What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Resident Care position at The Palace?
Luxury Senior Living Communities
In Coral Gables, Kendall, Homestead & Weston
Is looking for Assistant Director of Resident Care
for its
Palace at Coral Gables
Luxury Independent Living for Active Adults
1 Andalusia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134
Best Independent Living Community in the US
by the National Associated of Home Builders, 2014
The #1 Priority of this position is…
To coordinate, supervise care and management of self-administration of medications for residents. Promote resident comfort, safety, physical and mental well-being of all residents while exercising excellent nursing professional judgment and outstanding customer service skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibility
Respond to “Emergency Respond System” upon receiving notice from Front Desk.
Provide supervision of self-administered medications.
Administer medications that require licensed personnel.
Monitor changes in residents’ health condition.
Supervise Nursing Assistants.
Schedule appointment with physicians and coordinate transportation.
Implement and supervise resident’s therapeutic diets.
Qualification
Licensed Practical Nurse required; Registered Nurse preferred.
At least 3-5 years prior Nursing experience in Long-Term Care or Acute Care.
Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written in English. Spanish preferred.
Basic math skills required.
The Ideal Candidate
Polite, responsible, outgoing, punctual, quick on the feet and resourceful.
Flexible as to work schedule. Flexibility is greatly appreciated at times of need or emergency. Must be available during emergency situations.
Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.
Demonstrate excellent verbal communications & interpersonal skills.
Have patience and the ability to speak clearly with the elderly.
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