LPN Director of Wellness

Overview

Location:

Ballwin, Missouri

Position:
Wellness Director

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Salary Range: $89,000–$100,000 plus up to $4,000 in performance-based bonuses annually.

Employer:

Arrow Senior Living, The Henry Senior Living, Ballwin, MO 63011.

• Direct and maintain exceptional quality of care for all residents.
• Provide oversight, training, motivation, and team-building for Wellness staff.
• Provide exceptional service to residents, families, and visitors.
• Oversee department compliance and budget; ensure Wellness operates according to state guidelines and Arrow policies.
• Present a professional demeanor that communicates a corporate philosophy of service, dignity, and respect for each resident’s needs.
• Oversee care companions and medication technicians.
• Ensure outstanding and appropriate care is delivered while adhering to community policy, regulation, and law.
• Review end-of-shift notes and record new or changed physician orders.
• Maintain healthcare provider relations; perform resident assessments according to established protocol; conduct appraisals of resident needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and respond to medical emergencies.
• Monitor and record physical, mental, and emotional changes in residents; maintain current and accurate resident charts.
• Assist in scheduling medical appointments and maintain a current medical appointment calendar.
• Collaborate with the Resident Services Director to implement appropriate activities; report regularly to the Executive Director for status updates and planning.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with physicians; implement staff training programs.
• In conjunction with the Memory Care Director, implement dementia-specific staff orientation and training; implement a medication training program.
• Participate in community surveys; meet with families/residents during admissions; ensure rooms are ready for new residents.
• Report any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment, or neglect as outlined in Policies and Procedures.

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of employment.
• At least two years’ experience in resident care in assisted living.
• Thorough working knowledge of current care standards and regulations.
• Experience in hands-on care of memory-impaired residents.
• Ability to maintain and update effective service plans; supervise care staff.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of current medication regulation and law.
• Knowledge of requirements for providing care and supervision appropriate to residents; ability to communicate with physicians, pharmacies, families, and community staff.
• Good health; physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Health screening required within six months prior to or seven days after employment.
• Freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis within seven days of employment.
• Criminal background clearance by DOJ and FBI prior to initial presence in the facility.
• Clean driving record as per the insurance carrier’s policy.

• Company 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance (first of the month following 60 days of employment for full-time).
• Disability insurance (full-time).
• Employee assistance program; weekly recognition program; life insurance (full-time).
• Paid time off (full-time accrues up to 115 hours/year; part-time up to 30 hours/year).
• Tuition reimbursement after 90 days for full-time and part-time employees.
• Employee referral program; complimentary meals each shift; daily pay option.
• Promotion from within.

Arrow Senior Living manages a collection of senior living communities that offer varying levels of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 25 properties across five states (Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Arkansas) and employs nearly 1,400 employees.

Arrow Senior Living serves individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.