Director of Health and Wellness

4 weeks ago


AnkenyIowaUS, United States Franciscan Ministries Full time
Overview:

The Director of Health and Wellness Nurse (DHW) supports the Resident Services Director (RSD) in ensuring the delivery of quality care to residents. This role involves clinical oversight of the wellness team, adherence to federal and state regulations, incident investigation, staff education, budget assistance, and fostering a positive environment.

 

Specific Tasks/Duties:

  1. Supervision of Nursing Services 

    • Supervise nursing personnel and ensure proficient clinical and administrative skills.
    • Manage resident incidents, investigations, and falls tracking.
    • Conduct interviews, hiring processes, and monitor daily staffing.
    • Coordinate schedules with Staff Coordinator.
  2. Public Relations and Communication

    • Foster positive relationships with staff, residents, and families.
    • Maintain effective communication with stakeholders.
  3. Staff Education and Meetings 

    • Conduct staff education in-services and meetings.
    • Schedule and coordinate CPR classes and certifications.
  4. Monitoring Administrative Staff 

    • Ensure compliance with documentation, updates, rounds, ADLs, and timekeeping.
  5. Adherence to Schedule and Assignments 

    • Follow schedules and accept assignments from RSD.
    • Participate in General Orientation and continuing education programs.
  6. Resource Person and Staff Scheduling 

    • Act as a resource for nursing staff and assist RSD in scheduling.
  7. Crisis Response and On-Call Responsibility 

    • Respond immediately to crises and assist as a staff nurse when needed.
    • Take on-call responsibility twice a month.
  8. Community Rounds and Compliance 

    • Routinely make rounds to ensure compliance and proper resident care.
  9. Philosophy Maintenance 

    • Assist in maintaining the community's nursing services philosophy.

Mission and Values:

 

  1. Being a Positive Role Model: Demonstrating loyalty and pride in the community, its associates, and departments. This involves consistently exhibiting behaviors that reflect the organization's values and mission, fostering a positive atmosphere, and inspiring others to do the same.

  2. Confidentiality and Accountability: Respecting and safeguarding the confidentiality of information regarding residents/clients, co-workers, and the community. Upholding this standard not only ensures privacy but also builds trust within the community. Holding others accountable to the same standard reinforces the importance of confidentiality.

  3. Professional and Caring Demeanor: As a leader within the organization, projecting a professional and caring demeanor in interactions with residents/clients, family members, visitors, co-workers, and subordinates. This involves empathy, active listening, and a genuine concern for the well-being of others.

  4. Financial Responsibility: Exhibiting financial responsibility by ensuring budgetary guidelines are met. Leaders are accountable for monitoring the use of equipment, supplies, and materials to reduce waste and costs. This includes making informed decisions that align with the organization's financial objectives while maintaining quality care standards.

  5. Promoting Teamwork and Respect: Setting an example of teamwork by consistently displaying respect for self and others in manner, word, and action. This involves fostering a collaborative environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best efforts toward common goals. Respectful communication, body language, and behavior are key components of promoting a positive team culture.

Position Requirements:

  • Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
  • Experience: Minimum three years of supervision in assisted living and/or memory care setting. Preferred two years in Assisted Living and memory care.
  • Licensures/Certifications: Registered as an RN in the State of Iowa without restrictions and bi-annual renewal.

Essential Functions:

  • General Working Conditions: Involves various physical, mental, and sensory requirements, as well as interaction with residents, staff, and visitors.
  • Physical Requirements: Includes movement, lifting, speaking, and writing in English.
  • Mental Requirements: Assessments, service planning, evaluation, supervision, and medication dispensing.
  • Technical/Motor Skill Requirements: Administration of injections, medications, treatments, and CPR.
  • Sensory Requirements: Visual, auditory, and color differentiation abilities.
  • Additional Specifications: Tactful communication, independence, flexibility, integrity, patience, and ability to work harmoniously with diverse individuals. Must undergo a Criminal Background Check.

This job entails multifaceted responsibilities focused on ensuring quality care, compliance, staff management, and maintaining positive relationships within the community.



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