LPN Director Of Wellness

Looking for a qualified Licenced Practical Nurse to join a management team passionately committed to providing the highest level of care and lifestyle quality to residents in an assisted living community.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assessment of individuals for admission to and discharge from the Promenade and ALP
• Oversee the Resident Care Coordinator, LPN Med Manager responsibilities and tasks
• Completes and assesses an initial, 6 months interim assessment, change in condition and annual UAS evaluations, ISP’s, and ongoing case management progress notes
• Follows physician directions on development of plan of care for residents
• Creates and Reviews the Care Plan for all new admissions and as necessary for AL and ALP residents
• Coordinates medical appointments as needed and corresponds with resident physician offices
• Helps in attaining annual medical evaluations
• Maintains the confidentiality of all protected health information as set forth by the HIPAA Privacy Rule
• Ensure that the Medication Administration Policy and Procedures is followed at all times
• Makes initial and follow-up visits to hospitals, rehabs and SNF’s and documents in chart
• Attends all mandatory facility in services
• Ensures appropriate and detailed documentation is maintained for resident files, DOH reporting requirements and staff records.
• Identifies needed policy changes or development regarding ALP services
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all County, State and Federal regulations related to Adult home and ALP services
• Provides data and information with respect to NYS assisted living reporting requirements
• Maintain a continuous collaboration with residents and family members that conveys the company’s utmost commitment to the care, well-being and quality of life of its residents
• Provide direction and guidance to wellness staff, including hiring and training as appropriate
• Directs and maintains infection prevention and control protocols within the facility
• On-call 24/7 hours for Emergencies and Manager on Duty responsibilities
• Other duties as may be required or necessary

Qualifications:

• NYS Licensed and currently registered as an LPN
• Experience in a patient care setting, acute care desirable
• Previous experience in NYS ACF, ALP, and/or LHCSA desireable
• Excellent clinical, writing and communication skills
• Familiar with NYS DOH regulations
• Must be able to lift 25-35 pounds