Director of Health Services (LPN or RN)

Overview

Oversees health services, care team, and resident wellness in an assisted living community

Key Responsibilities

• medication management
• care planning
• wellness programs
• staff scheduling
• budget management
• compliance monitoring

Tasks

-work closely with all departments in the community to ensure residents are receiving all available services to enhance their quality of life and promote total wellness -Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies and procedures -ensure all medication carts are in order -conduct interviews and collect observations of residents on a continual basis -Conduct and coordinate potential resident assessments in accordance with current rules, regulations, and community policies and procedures that govern resident assessment, including: -oversee the central storage, tracking and delivery of medications -Coordinate prescription orders with doctors’ offices, as well as pharmacy delivery of medications including: -Aid in the community marketing effort through positive interactions, acting as a liaison between the community, and families/outside health service providers -ensure all medication records administration are completed per guidelines and State regulations -Ensure continuity of residents’ total wellness by developing methods for the coordination of health and wellness services with other resident services -Meet regularly with the executive chef to ensure that resident special diets are followed and up-to-date, and that a variety of nutritious meals and snacks are offered to promote the best nutritional wellness of all residents participate in community Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) implementation and evaluation -alert the Executive Director, family members and others (as necessary) of any changes in resident’s physical or emotional health, and the community’s ability to meet those needs under licensure -Draft and update individualized service plans as needed based on assessment. Add qualitative notes to ensure adequate personalization of care delivery -Collaborate with director of environmental services to ensure best safety practices for the community including disaster preparedness, infection control protocols and resident elopement drills -Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations, and all company policies and procedures concerning the department -Draft initial service plans for new residents; review with responsible parties and Executive Director -Must maintain a neat and organized work environment to promote safe coordination of resident care -gather return demonstration of learned caregiver and medication technician skills by observing team members – coach and re-train as needed -delegate service plan process to memory care director as appropriate and if applicable -act as a resource and care manager for the residents and their families -Collaborate with Allen Flores Group (AFG) nurse case manager and regional director of health and wellness to ensure compliance with MBK policy and procedure and State Regulatory Guidelines -invite memory care director (if applicable) to participate in assessments for memory care residents to ensure completion of lifestyle survey and gathering of any psychosocial information -daily review of timekeeping, meal breaks and overtime -ensure the financial goals are met monthly -ensure coverage of job duties within the department during Team Member absences, either through delegation or personal completion of duties -manage labor and other expenses to meet these financial goals -coordinate departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with legal requirements, community standards, policies, procedures, and budgets -maintain inventory of supplies necessary for resident care -Assist Executive Director in completing an annual budget including: -Attend all regional and required department head meetings and trainings including monthly wellness meet-ups -Meet regularly with the director of wellness programming and memory care director/wellness program coordinator to ensure that a robust array of program offerings are in place to support the best wellness outcomes for all residents -Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication in accordance with the MBK principles and core values -Coordinate and facilitate weekly interdisciplinary roundtable (resident service plan quality assurance) discussions, including department heads and outside providers as needed (based on resident needs) -contact physicians directly or through family and others to obtain orders for care -To ensure all residents receive the best possible care and programs to meet their individual needs -ensure that all governing requirements are closely monitored and executed -ensure that an initial assisted living resident assessment is completed prior to each resident’s move-in date and a comprehensive care plan is completed upon move-in -Direct and assign these to the memory care director as appropriate and if applicable for residents residing in the connections for living neighborhood -Ensure care team participation in daily SPARKS meetings – lead by example -Oversee implementation and maintenance of health and wellness databases and systems including but not limited to: wanderguard, electronic MAR, eHR system, electronic check-in system, pager system -Include regional director of wellness programming as a resource for family support – integrate MBK Together into educational offerings for families, team and residents -offer health and wellness clinics and classes for residents – one scheduled monthly. Can be delegated to outside providers – to include physical, psychological and emotional wellness topics -Develop and maintain good working relationships and effective communication with all family and service providers -Conduct routinely scheduled re-assessments, and change of condition assessments, produce revised service plans, provide to responsible party and obtain signature: per policy: -Train, assign and supervise care and medication documentation and oversee appropriate use of resident progress notes, alert charting, end of shift reports, incident reporting, weight monitoring, behavior monitoring, medication administration records, narcotic counts, medication destruction, medication refill documentation, and all other documented health and wellness processes. -Perform all administrative duties accurately and timely including expense reporting, submission of invoices, team member evaluations, necessary forms, reports, evaluations, studies, surveys, resident records, assessments, care profiles, etc., including: -competent delivery of medications to residents, safety and emergency procedures, documentation / record keeping, resident’s records and acceptable treatments, etc., and in providing the best care possible for our MBK Senior living residents -ensure all care staff complete State required training: initial caregiver orientation and ongoing monthly inservices -Responsible for the overall safety, health and wellness of all residents including: -Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care -conduct orientation for new Team Members – MBK all team cultural orientation, all team dementia basics, caregiver skills orientation, and medication technician training -ensure on-going training and education for all Team Members, in accordance with all governing requirements, and community policies and procedures to ensure that staff is properly trained in: -Recruit, interview, hire, manage, schedule, motivate, coach, train, evaluate and supervise department staff in accordance with community policies, procedures and established budgets -ensure that all physician orders are carried out properly -for potential residents with suspected prohibited or complex conditions, consult with regional director of health and wellness along with AFG nurse case manager

Requirements

• rn/lpn/lvn
• microsoft office
• supervisory
• driver's license
• heavy lifting
• communication

What You Bring

-Ability to push up to 250 pounds -Prior management or supervisory experience is required -Must adhere to all requirements to have and maintain license including CEU completion and timely renewal -Must complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment) -including the ability to speak, write and read English -Ability to lift/carry and pull up to 40+ pounds -Must complete Background clearances (as required by government regulations) -Possess the ability and desire to minimize waste and misuse of supplies/equipment -Must have completed all of the required specialized Nursing coursework for certification as an RN, LPN or LVN -Must possess the ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and guests -Ability to assist in the moving of residents when necessary -Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Human Services or Health Care field is highly desirable -Valid class of driver’s license required by state for vehicle/van(s) capacity and valid insurance -Must have a valid driver’s license for the state hired in and reliable transportation for potential resident assessments -Prior related work experience functioning in a similar assisted living management role, within a similar industry/work environment is essential -Excellent communication skills are required -Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction and multiplication) as required for personnel actions, budget and other financial responsibilities -Certified RN, LPN, or LVN is essential or 2 years of full-time college attendance -Current First Aid Certification is required -Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day and throughout the community -Ability to push residents up to 250 pounds -Must have solid pc skills and be familiar with several Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, etc.), and other office equipment (e.g. scanners, copiers, and fax machines) -Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, Team Members and guests -Caregiver = 8 to 48 employees (Shared EE’s w/Memory care director and/or Director of Assisted Living) -Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action, and to remain calm during stressful or emergency situations -Medication Technician = 2 to 16 employees (Shared EE’s w/memory care director and/or director of assisted living)

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Benefits

-A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service -Team Member discounts -Financial and legal services -Childcare and eldercare assistance -Service Plans will be established for each resident that promote independence and dignity; all residents will be evaluated through the lens of attaining total whole-person wellness -Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive -Flexible spending accounts -Competitive salaries -A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your -Health and Wellness resources -Education loan assistance & scholarships -Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

About Mbk Senior Living

-A leader in senior living solutions, specializing in assisted living and memory care services. -Founded with a mission to improve the quality of life for seniors, [omitted] has grown to operate numerous communities across multiple states. -Emphasizing personalized care, focusing on the well-being of each resident with tailored care plans. -Financially robust, [omitted] has consistently expanded its reach, managing a wide portfolio of senior housing properties. -Typical projects include developing new senior living communities, enhancing existing facilities, and creating specialized care environments. -Committed to creating safe, comfortable, and engaging living spaces for older adults.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must complete background clearances as required by government regulations -must undergo health screening and provide a negative tb test within the required timeframe