What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Director position at Cedarbrook Place Senior Living?
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) with a strong senior living background
- Current and active state license in good standing
- Previous supervisory or management experience in a related healthcare setting
- Ability to build effective relationships with residents, family members, and staff
- Strong documentation skills
- Proficient in developing systems for monitoring resident health conditions and ensuring efficient and safe delivery of care
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks to accommodate fluctuating resident and facility needs
- Professional representation of the facility and a positive demeanor
- Experience in training and staff development
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with the Administrator in hiring, supervising, evaluating, and providing progressive discipline for all care staff
- Develop and monitor work schedules for Caregivers and Nursing staff to ensure optimal staffing levels for quality resident care
- Serve as a member of the facility management team and act as Administrator in their absence
- Assist with marketing responsibilities and build networks with healthcare community referral sources
- Provide training to staff on health-related topics and maintain training records
- Act as a role model for professional appearance, communication, and conduct
- Oversee the resident assessment process and ensure accurate and updated service plans
- Coordinate resident and family care conferences
- Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and physicians regarding healthcare issues
- Monitor and evaluate changes in resident condition, implement effective interventions, and document accordingly
- Perform skilled nursing tasks as per policy and state law
- Ensure safe and accurate medication management, maintaining proper documentation and storage
- Implement systems to monitor resident health concerns, such as weight and nutrition, skin integrity, mobility, fall management, and challenging behaviors
- Maintain an adequate inventory of healthcare supplies and equipment, following facility protocols for purchasing
- Monitor the Alert Charting system and review Resident Health Records for compliance and quality standards
- Demonstrate courtesy, gentleness, and effective communication techniques when interacting with residents
- Provide resident care in a safe and dignified manner, always upholding resident dignity, choice, and respect
- Stay updated on current OSHA and state regulations and ensure facility compliance with resident care and nursing functions
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