Park Regency Retirement

We are looking for a full time Health & Wellness Director.. POSITIONSUMMARY:The Healthand Wellness Director is responsible for managing the overall day-to-day healthcareoperations of the community to ensure that resident's healthcare needs aremet.. Superviseslicensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community.. Ensures in-house services such as podiatrist, doctorvisits, labs, x-ray etc.. Good physical health, verified by a health screening, including achest x-ray or an intradermal test result not more than 6 months prior toemployment are looking for caregivers for PM and NOC shift part-time and full-time.

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Park Regency Retirement Center is a reputable independent, assisted living and memory care community in La Habra, CA dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer a true team environment with competitive pay. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career working with seniors, we want to hear from you!We are looking for a full time Health & Wellness Director.POSITIONSUMMARY:The Healthand Wellness Director is responsible for managing the overall day-to-day healthcareoperations of the community to ensure that resident's healthcare needs aremet. Ensures quality care as resident'shealthcare needs change. Superviseslicensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community.Ensures that the Vision and Standards of Conduct are implemented and practicedwithin the Assisted Living Department. PositionResponsibilities•Ensures provision of services to the residents and that the allFederal and State policies governing resident care are closely monitored andcarried out. •Assigns and directs work of subordinates; performancereviews, disciplining associates, addressing complaints and resolving problems.•Participates in Resident Surveys and addressesresident and family complaints and grievances.•Provides training, supervision, and monitoring ofassociates in the administration of medications per Title 22, to includeauditing of medication records.•Responds appropriately to resident emergencies bycalling or contacting appropriate parties per protocol.•Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordancewith the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act, including administeringmedications and performing treatments as ordered by the physician.•Assist Med Aides and Care Partners in the performanceof their job requirements and assume caregiver and/or medication aideactivities when needed.•Coordinate departmental schedule and ensure adequate staffing inaccordance with company standards, policies, procedures, budgets and state law.•Ensure each assisted living staff member has completed the NewHire Orientation and are knowledgeable of the goals, policies, and proceduresof the department. Provides training andeducation to Care Partners on an ongoing basis with classroom in-services, andsituation specific training. Maintainthe necessary training records of completion. •Oversee and provide necessary training to department staff thatensures competent delivery of medications to residents, emergency procedures,record keeping, residents' records and acceptable treatments. Ensure all carestaff (AL and/or Wellington) complete state required training. •Supervises the maintenance of resident charts andreviews documentation performed by staff.•Conduct and coordinate the completion of an initialresident assessment is completed prior to each resident's move-in date and assuresthat required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission,including nursing assessments, service plans, and other assigned forms. •Provides ongoing assessment/observation of residents'physical and psychosocial needs and coordinates with other departments toassure quality care. Documents changesin condition, notifies executive director, physician, and residents legallyresponsible party/family of resident's condition.•Ensures residents are prepared for physicianappointments, prepares Physician Visit Form and reviews and updates residentmedical records.•Facilitates continuity of care for those residentsreceiving home health care, hospice services, and other third party healthcarerelated services.•Participates in or leads meetings relevant to residentcare issues, such as service plan meetings, involving appropriate parties asneeded.•Ensures in-house services such as podiatrist, doctorvisits, labs, x-ray etc. are scheduled and followed through and acts as liaison with hospital personnel, physicians, communityorganizations and other health related service agencies to provide care to theresidents.•Coordinate prescription orders with doctors' offices and pharmacydelivery of medications. Oversee central storage and delivery of medications. •Complete all required data entry into the A.L. Advantage or otherCare System to ensure maintenance of resident care information. Ensure thatA.L. Advantage Care Profile and assessments are completed timely and allrequired documentation has been completed. •Maintain listing of location of all oxygen tanks in the community.Ensure current list is provided to receptionist for use in emergencies. •Maintains and adheres to monthly budget requirements,equipment, and supplies. Maintainsmonthly spenddown.•Work with Executive Directorto ensure implementationand maintenance of standards within the community and provide theExecutive Director with information relative to the care needs of the residentsand the department's ability to meet those needs. •As requested, participate in the Community's Manageron Duty Program. •Participate in daily "Stand-Up" meetingsto communicate key issues withinthe department.•Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff,residentsand guests,following established safety standards.Immediately report all hazardous conditionsor equipment safety issues to the Executive Director.•Demonstrate knowledge of infection control, i.e., adequatehand-washing, blood borne pathogens procedures, universal precautions, etc.•Use Universal Precautions and followestablished policies concerningexposure to blood/body fluids.•Report occupational exposureto blood, body fluids, infectious materials and hazardouschemicals in accordancewith the property's policies and proceduresgoverning accidents and incidents.•Perform fire and safety procedures when needed toassure resident/staff safety.•Respond timely to resident pull cords/alerts as wellas staff needs. Carry radio on personand respond as required.•Communicates effectively and displays tactand friendliness whendealing with residents,families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.•Support apositive and professional environment in the Community by adhering to guidelines in the employeehandbook including dress code, time off requests and employee breaks.•Maintain allrequired certifications/licensures and training as required by statelawand company policy.•Demonstrate flexibility inwork schedule as evidencedbyworking holidays,evenings, weekends and additional shifts when necessaryto ensure adequate coverage within the department.•Performsother duties consistent with the positionas assigned by the Executive Director.•Encourage teamwork throughcooperative interactions with co-workers and otherdepartments.•Aid in community marketingeffort through demonstratedproficiency and willingness to conductcommunity tours and participation inall required marketing events.•Ensure positive/friendly interactionswith allpotential residents, family members andreferralsources.SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC: •Must be eighteen (18) years of age•Education as required to obtain state nursing license(LPN/LVN, RN) and a minimum 2 years relevant experience. Must have current License.•Current Basic CPR/First Aide Certification.•Able to operate a personal computer and be proficient in MSOffice programs (Word, Excel, etc.)•Able to work with seniors and patiently interact withcognitively impaired individuals•Able to be flexible, adapt and respond to change, makedecisions in stressful situations and prioritize tasks and projects.•Able to read, write and speak the English language and tointeract and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, physicians,health care professionals, residents, and their families•Must be highly motivated and able to work independently•Be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements ofthe job. Good physical health, verified by a health screening, including achest x-ray or an intradermal test result not more than 6 months prior toemployment are looking for caregivers for PM and NOC shift part-time and full-time. See our benefits and apply at www.parkregencyretirement.com

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