Full Time Salary Exempt Position

Pay: Starting at $110,000 per year; higher rates are available for experienced nurses.

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Being diverse and inclusive isn’t new to us. These values have been at the heart of our culture for 35 years. We are better because our Associates have unique backgrounds and experiences. We hire the best, empower them to grow, and celebrate all.

Why Juniper?

Whether you’re a seasoned leader who is excited to share your expertise or are looking to grow into your first leadership position, Juniper is a wonderful place to connect your passion with purpose.

If you’re excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career.

Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.

We’d love to talk with you about joining our team! We recently were named one of the Best Places to Work in Aging Services by Fortune. Apply today to learn more!

Role: Integral part of the Leadership Team that manages the day to day operations of the Wellness component of the community to ensure the maximum levels of resident functional ability, safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

• Perform continuous, ongoing supervision of all Wellness Department team members, including but not limited to recruiting, retaining, training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, scheduling and evaluating; establishes and builds rapport among team members to facilitate teamwork.
• Observe patients/residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.; Monitor and record vital signs; Administers prescribed medications, injections, wound care, collect lab samples and other basic medical care tasks; Provides assistance as necessary with activities of daily living
• Coordinates and implements regularly scheduled wellness meetings; ensures compliance of Wellness Department relative to federal, state, local and company regulations and policies
• Maintain liaison role by ensuring effective communication with other members of the team, residents, families and medical professionals
• Responsible for reporting on operation of Wellness Department to ensure continuity of care; keeping department on budget within established guidelines and submits recommendations for budget completion, equipment and supplies; participates in multidisciplinary Quality Assurance Practices

Requirements:

Current NJ RN license, in good standing (Required)

BLS Certification (Preferred, not required)

Previous management experience in healthcare or service-related setting (Preferred)

Familiarity with senior care health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures

Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations

Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.

Equal Opportunity Employer