Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Director of Wellness

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team as Director of Wellness at Rocky Mountain Assisted Living. As a key member of our care team, you will be responsible for overseeing the direct and indirect care of our residents, ensuring medication management, outside therapies, and activities of daily living are utilized to create an optimal level of care in a home-like environment.

Qualifications:

• Current LPN or RN licensure in Colorado, with at least one year of experience
• A desire to work with and a sympathetic attitude towards the elderly
• Ability to read and write in English and follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic knowledge of Colorado State Health and Environment regulations pertaining to resident care
• Experience working in a setting that provides care to the elderly
• Ability to identify resident's physical, mental, and psychosocial needs
• Ability to work closely and professionally with Rocky Mountain Assisted Living staff, families, residents, outside agencies, and vendors
• Ability to remain patient, poised, and dignified in emergency or crisis situations
• Knowledge in dementia care or ability to obtain training certification from Alzheimer's Association within 30 days of hire
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and resident information
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to prioritize and multitask while maintaining a high level of organization
• Basic computer skills, including the use of Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook

Line of Authority:

Reports directly to the Executive Director

Responsibilities:

• Communicates professionally with residents, family members, staff, outside agencies, and vendors
• Assesses potential and returning residents in their current living environment, making sure the individual is assisted living appropriate based on company and accepted industry standards
• Assists with move-ins and discharges, ensuring accurate and complete paperwork and communication with physicians, families, and outside agencies
• Completes resident care plans that meet the resident's mental, social, and psychosocial needs
• Conducts in-services for staff on topics related to new move-ins
• Coordinates resident discharges and ensures requested paperwork is delivered in a timely and professional manner
• Ensures homes are compliant with Colorado State Health Department regulations related to care and medication management
• Maintains accurate and complete Medication Administration Records for each resident
• Performs audits to ensure accuracy and completeness, and ensures physician orders are compliant with company guidelines and regulations
• Monitors resident's prescribed therapies and communicates with outside agencies to ensure quality care
• Evaluates residents frequently, looking for changes in resident condition, and adjusts care plans accordingly
• Reports changes in resident condition to the Resident Care Coordinator and Executive Director
• Works closely with care staff, House Managers, Resident Care Coordinator, and Executive Director to assess residents' needs and determine if they continue to have a level of care appropriate for assisted living