Wellness Nurse
Company: Lexington Country Place
Location: Lexington
Posted on: September 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:Lexington Country Place is seeking RNs & LPNs to
join their team!The Wellness Nurse reports directly to the Director
of Nursing. Quarterly $2,500 bonus for up to 5 years! Shift
Details7am-7pm OR 7pm-7amPURPOSEThe 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
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 RESPONSIBILITIESResident 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
neededEDUCATION/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 timesRequirements: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
managementPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIn an 8 hour workday, associate may
stand / walk:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total hours/ day: 4 - 6In an 8
hour workday, associate may sit:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total
hours/ day: 2 - 4In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive:30-60
minutes, 1 - 2 times a weekAssociate will support / assist:
(Maximum lbs)Frequency: 50 lbsOccasionally: 150 lbsAssociate will
lift / carry (Maximum lbs)Frequency: 40 lbsOccasionally: 70
lbsHeight of lift: 3 - 4 feetDistance of carry: 30 yardsAssociate
will use hands for repetitive:Simple grasping, pushing, and
pulling, fine manipulationAssociate should be able to:Bend:
FrequentlySquat: FrequentlyKneel:
FrequentlyClimb:FrequentlyReach:Occasionally, 3
feetPI31573853-25660-11f5d3c72d11
Keywords: Lexington Country Place, Lexington , Wellness Nurse, Healthcare , Lexington, Kentucky
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