Description

Lexington Country Place is seeking a Wellness Nurse-Registered Nurse to join their team!

The RN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.

Shift Details

PRN 

PURPOSE - RN

The RN is responsible for monitoring the health and wellbeing of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to medication care administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - RN

Resident Care

 Identifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process

 Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in clinical care needs

 Assist the Wellness Director with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident monthly

 Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out

 Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completing monthly wellness health updates

 Assist with direct resident care as needed

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION - RN

 Must be a Registered Nurse

 A minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred

 Must have demonstrated Leadership capabilities

 Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferred

 Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times

Requirements

SKILLS AND ABILITIES - RN

 Understanding of infection control procedures

 Proficient in using MS Office

 Understands and able to implement Personalized Service Plans

 Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care

 Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy

 Understands nursing function in assisted living, quality of care and quality of life objectives

 Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools

 Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines

 Has exceptional grammar and documentation skills

 Understands basic concepts of risk management