Description:
Quarterly $1,500 bonus for up to 5 years!
Lexington Country Place is seeking RNs to join their team!
The RN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.
Shift Details
7am-7pm OR 7pm-7am; every other weekend required
PURPOSE
The Wellness Nurse/Nurse Med Tech 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 medication care administration, 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 with a change in clinical care needs
- Assist the Wellness Director with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident monthly
- Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out
- 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
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
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