Wellness Coordinator

LPN Wellness CoordinatorBrookdale Niskayuna is seeking an LPN Wellness Coordinator to assist in overseeing the clinical department.As a Wellness Coordinator you will help manage the day-to-day clinical services of the community to verify that resident's activities of daily living (ADLs) and healthcare needs are met. Verify residents are treated with respect and dignity and verify residents are receiving quality care as their needs change.Required skills and qualifications:Must have at least 1-2 years nursing experienceMust have management/supervisory experience in overseeing a clinical care teamExperience in senior living preferredYou have provided training and education to caregivers/nurses on an ongoing basis to include classroom in-services and situation-specific trainingYou have participated in on-call dutiesYou have managed the associate's schedules.Ability to effectively listen and communicate both verbally and in writingMust be self-directed, able to prioritize tasks as well as have the ability to accept directivesTeam player with industry knowledge and the ability to connect with familiesMust have your LPN license in the state of New YorkRecognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityMake Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.Part and Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insuranceFull Time Only Benefits EligibilityPaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planTuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.Manages the day-to-day healthcare operations of the community to ensure resident's healthcare needs are met.Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as resident's healthcare needs change.Ensures consistent quality resident care and service delivery throughout all shifts; this may require assuming the role and responsibilities of a Caregiver or Med Tech/Aide in order to meet the residents' needs and staffing requirements.Assists in the supervision of community-based licensed nursing staff, medication technicians/CMA's, and Caregivers and provides training and education to Caregivers on an ongoing basis to include classroom in-services and situation-specific training. In addition, they will also manage the associates schedules.Oversees and manages the continuity and consistency of medication training, pharmacy management and medication supervision and/or administration in the community. Conducts periodic Care Associate medication skills inventory checks, and periodic medication audits per Brookdale Guidelines.Shares on call duties as required.Education as required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN) and a minimum of 1-2 years relevant experience.LPN or LVN license.Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.