Wellness Nurse at Phoenix Senior Living

Covington, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection control, Clinical quality assurance, Resident assessment, Leadership, Time management, Documentation, Risk management, Assisted living philosophy, Dementia care, Personalized service plans, MS Office, State audit compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The Retreat at Covington is seeking a Wellness Nurses to join their team! The Wellness Nurse reports directly to the Wellness Director. Shift Details 11pm-7am; Rotating Schedule Including Weekends PURPOSE The Wellness Nurse is responsible for monitoring the health and wellbeing of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the supervision of overnight Resident Care Associates (RCA), communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Resident Care Identifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process. Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents overnight. Assist the Wellness Director with supervising overnight Resident Care Associates (RCA) and chart organization. Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in residents' condition. Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completing monthly wellness health updates Assist with direct resident care as needed EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse A minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred Must have demonstrated Leadership capabilities Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferred Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times Requirements SKILLS AND ABILITIES Understanding of infection control procedures Proficient in using MS Office Understands and able to implement Personalized Service Plans Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy Understands nursing function in assisted living, quality of care and quality of life objectives Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines Has exceptional grammar and documentation skills Understands basic concepts of risk management PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS In an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk: Hours at one time: 0 - 2 Total hours/ day: 4 – 6 In an 8 hour workday, associate may sit: Hours at one time: 0 - 2 Total hours/ day: 2 – 4 In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive: 30-60 minutes, 1 - 2 times a week Associate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs) Frequency: 50 lbs Occasionally: 150 lbs Associate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs) Frequency: 40 lbs Occasionally: 70 lbs Height of lift: 3 – 4 feet Distance of carry: 30 yards Associate will use hands for repetitive: Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation Associate should be able to: Bend: Frequently Squat: Frequently Kneel: Frequently Climb:Frequently Reach:Occasionally, 3 feet

Responsibilities

The Wellness Nurse monitors the health and wellbeing of residents while providing leadership support to overnight Resident Care Associates. They are responsible for maintaining clinical quality assurance and ensuring proper documentation of resident care services.