Wellness Director - Director of Nursing (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Monarch Communities Senior Living

Company Culture and Values: At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

The Director of Nursing (LPN ) oversees the on-going day-to-day operations of the health and wellness department including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care. The Director of Nursing  (LPN) is an exempt, salaried position, reporting to the Executive Director and also has a dotted line to the Regional Health & Wellness Director.

Salary Range $95,000 - $105,000 Yearly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for all areas of the Health & Wellness department (compliance, planning, assessments, directing, budget, staffing, hands-on care) in accordance with current state regulations and company policies and procedures
• Conduct thorough resident assessments
• Assure resident care needs are met and maintained according to physician orders, state regulation, and company policies and procedures
• Monitors the progress and effectiveness of the resident’s care plan through written progress notes and through verbal communication with residents and associates
• Evaluates the health and wellness associates’ skill competencies and overall performance
• Complete nursing audits as needed (med carts, eMARS/TARS) to ensure compliance to state regulations and company policies and procedures
• Implement training programs and in-services for all associates in accordance with state regulations
• Provide ongoing leadership to the Health & Wellness associates and ensure staffing levels and shift schedules are operating at the highest level
• Coordinates ancillary support services for residents
• Informs physician, family, and associates of changes in resident’s condition and needs
• Maintains department within budgetary guidelines for staffing and supplies
• Assist with nurse coverage, as needed
• Has 24/7 on-call responsibilities

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current MA nursing license (RN ) in good standing
• Two or more years’ experience in a supervisory role in Senior Living, Assisted Living, Long-Term Care or Skilled Care preferred
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits Offered (Full Time):

• Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
• Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• FSA (Commuter/Parking)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.