Wellness Nurse

Position Summary

The Wellness Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents. This role collaborates with the Health and Wellness Director to provide high-quality care through health assessments, medication management, and coordination with residents, families, and the care team.

Responsibilities

• Perform resident assessments and reassessments according to policies, monitoring any changes in condition.
• Communicate with the Health and Wellness Director about resident needs to ensure consistent quality of services.
• When necessary, participate in hands-on care, medication administration, and specific nursing tasks.
• Schedule and assign caregiving and med tech shifts to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with staffing guidelines and department allowances.
• Supervise, train, and support care team members, promoting teamwork and adherence to care standards.
• Assist in the transcription of physicians' orders and the review of new physicians' orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident records, including care plans, incident reports, and medical documentation.
• Coordinate care planning with home health agencies on-site, working within community and company policies.
• Address residents’ special needs, requests, and complaints.
• Coordinate admissions with the sales team, including supervising move-ins.
• Understand the community's care regulations along with state-specific regulations.
• Facilitate communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless care delivery.

Requirements

• A valid, incumbent nursing license (LPN/LVN) is required.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent, or an associate degree or higher in nursing, is preferred, or a combination of education and experience.
• Additional coursework in management is an asset.
• A current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain is required.
• At least four (4) years working in geriatric nursing, including experience with medication administration, delivery systems, and pharmacies.
• At least one (1) year of relevant supervisory experience, including staff scheduling and management, is preferred.
• Experience with memory care is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork mindset.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• A positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Ability and willingness to participate in on-call rotation.

Salary Description

$35 - 37 per hour