Trustwell Living, LLC

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Position Responsibilities • MANAGEMENT • Adheres to and conveys the philosophy of supporting dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality, and a home-like environment for Residents. • Identifies ongoing needs and services for Residents through assessment and service planning utilizing the nursing process. • Coordinates ancillary health care services for Residents in cooperation with the Executive Director. • Adheres to all established policies and procedures. • Responds to Resident or staff concerns and refers them to the Executive Director when appropriate. • Manages and performs TB testing/screening for Residents and staff per state regulations. • Monitors quality of work performance of Care Partners, Medication Staff, and Licensed Nurses and reports to the Executive Director. • Ensures that staff know and follow infection control procedures. Directs the infection control measures for the community. • Participates in service plan conferences; maintains medication and treatment records for each Resident. • Works closely with staff and designated agent(s) to identify Resident problems/concerns/issues; follows up as needed and communicates same appropriately. • Has 24/7 overall responsibility for the clinical operations. Is on call according to pre-established schedule. Oversees and/or completes monthly nursing schedule for nursing staff. Participates in the Manager on Duty program as directed by the Executive Director. • Coordinates/provides treatments within the scope of the nursing license and state regulations. • Observe all work, safety, and administrative rules. • Clinical liaison with families, Residents, healthcare professionals, and team members. • Manage labor costs, supplies, and other line items in the clinical budget. • Develop strategies to eliminate/minimize the use of staffing agencies. Keeps the Executive Director apprised of staffing agency usage. • Participates in the company quality assurance program. • RESIDENT SERVICES • Conduct initial nursing assessment(s)/evaluations to determine the appropriate level of care. This may be done in a prospective Resident’s home or alternative healthcare setting. • Conducts reassessments per state/company requirements: this includes significant change of condition, and prior to readmission to the community. • Works closely with the Executive Director to counsel the Resident and designated agent(s) meeting personal and related healthcare needs. • Evaluate personal services rendered to Residents and coach staff on expectations • Evaluate health emergencies and determine emergency medical measures taken regarding Resident care. • Acts as Resident advocate in medical-social situations involving Resident and/or designated agents, physicians, other agents, or agencies. • Coordinates administration of medications and treatments; observes results and documents same. • Examines and gives first aid to Residents and staff, within scope of practice. • Addresses physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs of Residents. • Completes required forms to ensure continuity of care. • Notifies physician and/or designated agent(s) of Resident change in condition. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Consult with the Regional Director of Operations and Corporate Director of Quality & Clinical Services on Resident issues as needed. • ADMINISTRATIVE • Reads staff communications and maintains familiarity with other Resident records as required. • Assures accurate transcription of physician orders into treatment/medication records. • Assists as directed with move-in and orientation of new Residents and designated agent(s). • Review resident service records, treatment, and medication books to assure the quality of care and documentation in the medical record is within nursing standards. • Verifies physician orders, move-in/move-out information, and initiates appropriate action/follow-up. • Supervises ordering of medications from pharmacy. • Coordinates therapeutic diet orders with staff as required. • Assures proper records are maintained including the use of EHR systems for care documentation, medication management, and quality initiatives. • STAFF DEVELOPMENT • Provide, plan, schedule, and monitor staff training programs and in-services for the clinical staff including statutory or regulatory required training. • Attend/complete all required training, in-service, and staff meetings. Training of non-clinical staff may be required as needed. • Trains, documents, and supervises Care Partners under the Nurse Delegation Act as appropriate. • Training and supervision of staff to perform medication assistance services within best practices. Employment Requirements • Willingness to adhere to assisted living principles in provided services. • Ability to relate to the public, Residents, families, staff, and other professionals appropriately. • Ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing. • CPR/First Aid Certified within 30 days of employment. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, and 30 pounds regularly. • Maintains appropriate and required nursing license in the state where the community is located. Training And Experience Licensed Nurse with a minimum of at least one year of leading clinical operations in a senior living setting. Rehabilitative and restorative experiences are helpful. CPR/First Aid certification. Education And Licensure Graduate of accredited nursing school. Maintains current RN/LPN/LVN license in good standing in the state the community is located. Immediately report to the Executive Director any disruption to nursing license status. Provide a supervisor of all states you hold an active nursing license/compact license.