Director Of Resident Care - LVN

San Antonio, TX Responsibilities Supervise delivery of resident care provided by licensed and non‑licensed nursing personnel while maintaining or exceeding company standards. Provide direct supervision of resident care staff including monitoring job performance, conducting employee performance evaluations, coaching, counseling, and training. Ensures delivery of nursing services to residents according to professionally recognized practices. Monitors nursing care for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company care performance standards. Ensures all employee hours on time cards and weekly hours reports are accurate. Completes nursing schedules for proper coverage to meet resident needs and according to budget guidelines. Assigns weekly blood‑pressure and weight monitoring to rotating shifts. Monitors staff in administration of medication, including frequent audits of medication sheets. Assists medication technicians in medication management, including administration of medications to residents, ordering medication from pharmacy, and maintaining records as dictated in policies and procedures manual. Ensures medications are properly stored, medication carts and cupboards are cleaned, and medication room is organized according to standards. Observes residents’ health status, takes actions to address concerns within scope of practice, and reports all significant changes, reactions to medications, and significant incidents to nurse and/or attending physician immediately. Regularly reviews capabilities of residents who self‑administer medications. Conducts pre‑admission screening of prospective new residents when assigned by supervisor and updates every six (6) months or as needed. Ensures all required documentation, including service plans and nursing assessments, is completed. Performs ongoing assessments of resident physical and psycho‑social needs and coordinates with nurses to assure quality proactive care. Communicates to families regarding residents’ personal needs and achievements. Reminds families of scheduled physician, dental, or eye‑care appointments. Assists in organizing and developing service‑plan reviews as required, with appropriate resident care team members and resident families. Explains procedures and treatments to residents to gain cooperation and understanding. Observes residents, records significant reactions, and notifies resident director, physician, and pharmacist of residents’ condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Responds promptly to all emergency calls from residents, including residents residing in the independent section of the residence. Performs daily and monthly safety and infection‑control checks of the home and grounds, assisting the resident director for resident health and safety purposes. Coordinates monthly staff schedules, arranges replacement staffing when necessary, and maintains clear records of all changes, requests, and irregularities. Ensures in‑house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, psych visits, labs, X‑ray, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through. Participates in the maintenance of resident records, including review of documentation performed by resident assistants, monthly MAR reviews, setting up new resident and thinning records appropriately. Participates in department quality‑improvement activities, including completion of quality assurance surveys as assigned by residence director. Shares on‑call duties as required. Participates in community functions including family socials and open houses. Communicates with community professionals. Ensures appropriate handling of on‑the‑job injuries as reported by employees. Attends required community meetings and completes required reports in a neat and timely manner. Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy. Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis. Becomes familiar with and understands the steps for fire evacuation. All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Bilingual is a plus. Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees, residents, family members, and outside contacts. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc. and to manage revenue and expense budget. Basic CPR/first aid training. Knowledge of current federal and state laws pertaining to assisted living and/or memory care communities. Able to make independent decisions. Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens. Education Requirements Current nursing (RN/LPN/LVN) licensure issued by the appropriate state licensing agency. Associate’s Degree in a health‑care related field. Current ECC and/or CORE Training certification as required. Work Experience Requirements Strong leadership skills and experience in supervising and management. (Some experience with scheduling is preferred.) One to two years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience using Microsoft Office and Outlook software. Basic typing skills required. Physical Requirements Stand and/or walk up to six (6) hours a day and sit up to two (2) hours a day. Occasionally support up to 50 pounds. Occasionally kneel, bend, and reach. Vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Subject to infectious diseases, substances, odors, etc. throughout the work day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Franklin Companies