Assistant Wellness Director
Company: Grace Management, Inc.
Location: Acworth
Posted on: September 19, 2024
Job Description:
LPN Or RN License RequiredCelebration Village Acworth seeks
compassionate and caring individuals who are dedicated to
supporting exceptional senior living experiences. Working at
Celebration Village Acworth means you are part of the family. Each
day is an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of
those around you.Full-time Benefits Include
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Daily pay
- Holiday Pay
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Referral Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance ProgramSummary Of Duties Of The Assistant
Wellness DirectorThe Assistant Wellness Director/supervisor in
charge for the shift, in the absence of the Wellness Director. As
the supervisor on the shift, the Assistant Wellness Director will
coordinate resident care, designate/delegate tasks and assignments
to Resident Care Assistants (RCAs) and Medication Technicians
(MTs), and monitor the overall function of the Wellness Department
for the shift. The Assistant Wellness Director also are responsible
for making community decisions in the absence of the Executive
Director and Wellness Director. This position reports to the
Wellness Director.Essential Functions Of The Assistant Wellness
Director
- Plans and delegates work assignments assuring effective shift
coverage; Coordinates care on his/her shift.
- Participates in and supervises the delivery of personal care to
residents.
- Implements the service plans and collects data regarding the
health status of residents.
- Acts as supervisor for the shift; Coaches and counsels'
RCAs/MTs regarding care practices and standards; Follows proper
disciplinary procedures if RCAs/MTs are not following community
policies and procedures; Writes disciplinary reports per community
protocol.
- Always maintains professional demeanor when interacting with
residents and families.
- Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in
potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
- Reports any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental,
or physical abuse to Wellness Director and takes appropriate
action.
- Administers medications according to the physician order on the
medication administration record (MAR).
- Documents medications administered on the MAR in accordance
with company policy; Checks MARs immediately after administration
and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and
accurate.
- Conducts change of shift report with oncoming/outgoing shift
personnel.
- Maintains security of medication cart and narcotic keys during
entire shift; Conducts narcotic count at the beginning and end of
every shift in accordance with company policies and
procedures.
- Transcribes physician orders, reviews MAR's for accuracy, and
notifies pharmacy of changes.
- Responds to emergencies in a prompt, calm manner.
- Orients and assists with on-the-job training of new associates
and participates in evaluation of knowledge, skills, and abilities
of associates on his/her shift; Reports findings to Wellness
Director.
- Monitors e-call system equipment to ensure proper working
condition and caregiver response to e-call to assure timely
assistance.
- Monitors and maintains resident charts; Reports significant
changes in a resident's condition to the physician and responsible
party and documents in the resident's chart all observations,
follow through and any new orders/instructions from the
physician.
- Understands and uses Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne
Pathogens, and other safety rules.
- Operates designated medical equipment, copy, scan, fax
machines, and telephone.
- Documents and reports resident incidents as required by state
regulations.
- Assist Wellness Director in the compliance of the community for
the wellness department.
- Assist with the review of pharmacy consultant recommendations
and contact physician; Update MAR and treatment plan with any new
orders or instructions from physician.
- May administer TB skin testing on new associates as well as
residents per state regulation.
- Assist in other assignments delegated by the Wellness Director
or Executive Director to ensure the compliance of the community and
the wellness department regarding policy and procedures.
- Serve as back up to the Wellness Director to complete
assessments, service plans, and other required documentation for
current and new residents.
- Responsible for planning the wellness schedule - preferably 1
month in advance but no less than 2 weeks.
- Participate in an on-call rotation for staffing and care needs;
Responsible for finding coverage for open shifts when rotating
on-call for staffing.
- Must be available by phone 24/7 while on-call for staffing
needs and able to fill open shift if needed.Non-Essential Functions
Of The Assistant Wellness Director
- Participates in and supports the resident-centered activities
program.
- Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member in
sharing responsibilities for the administration of resident
services in cooperation with all members of the team.
- Keeps Wellness Director informed of all changes in resident's
health and/or any problems within the shift.
- Participates in all staff meetings and attends other meetings
as required.
- Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom
of the residents, and an understanding of the aging process.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Wellness Director or
Executive Director.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Experience
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- Must be a licensed nurse in state where you work.
- Minimum of two years nursing experience.
- Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
- Experience in an Assisted Living setting preferred.
- Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases;
Lifting, bending, and pushing medication cart within the community
is required; Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon
hire and upon request of supervisor.
Keywords: Grace Management, Inc., East Point , Assistant Wellness Director, Executive , Acworth, Georgia
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