American House Senior Living Communities ยท 22 hours ago
Assistant Wellness Director
US-FL-Boynton Beach
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAmerican House Senior Living Communities is dedicated to providing high-quality housing for seniors. The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure quality patient care in accordance with applicable laws and standards.
Assisted LivingElder CareElderly
Responsibilities
Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: nursing care,, supervisory responsibilities,, infection control, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Must be able to assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department
Must be able to interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
Must be able to assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
Must be able to oversee infection control responsibilities
Must be able to assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
Must be able to provide direct nursing care as necessary
Must be able to perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Qualification
Required
Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment
Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: nursing care, supervisory responsibilities, infection control, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Must be able to assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department
Must be able to interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
Must be able to assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
Must be able to oversee infection control responsibilities
Must be able to assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
Must be able to provide direct nursing care as necessary
Must be able to perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Preferred
Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred
Company
American House Senior Living Communities
American House Senior Living Communities provides memory care, independent, and assisted living services for elders.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Germain-Robin
Chief Operating Officer
Kari Vaughn
Regional Human Resources Business Partner
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