Wellness Nurse RN

Job Overview:
The Wellness Nurse is responsible for monitoring the health and well‑being of our residents and for providing leadership support and assistance with resident care and services. Responsibilities include overall well‑being of residents, training and monitoring of medication administration, communication with resident support services and families, and maintaining clinical quality assurance while championing the Mission of Sunrise Senior Living, “to champion the quality of life for all seniors.”

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the following essential functions:

• Identify ongoing needs and services of residents in promotion of the highest quality resident services to be delivered.
• Ensure proper follow‑through, assessment, and documentation for residents with a change in health care services and status.
• Assist Resident Care Director (RCD) in conducting resident assessments at time of move‑in, 30 days post‑move‑in, semi‑annually and with any change in status.
• Conduct monthly wellness visits for all residents.
• Assess, monitor, and follow up with residents who have experienced any fall, accident, or incident and document and report as required.
• Document all pertinent information in the resident wellness file.
• Maintain communications with residents’ families and/or responsible parties to ensure medical needs for the resident are being met.
• Contact resident’s attending physician when necessary and/or upon family request.
• Ensure weights and vital signs are obtained monthly for each resident.
• Assist in maintaining wellness files according to Sunrise policies and federal and state/provincial regulations.
• Maintain medical supplies and emergency kits for the community.
• Provide clinical support and assistance to community team members as needed.
• Understand and follow infection control practices.
• Partner with the RCD and community team to promote infection control standards including testing, training, and skills checks.
• Understand and practice proper methods of attending to, disposing of, and handling potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials in compliance with universal precautions.

• Monitor each resident’s medication and treatment profile regularly to ensure accurate administration and documentation.
• Transcribe physician orders to the Medication Administration Record / Treatment Administration Record (MAR/TAR) with correct initials, date, time, and fax confirmation.
• Complete MAR/TAR audit each month.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Six (6) Rights of Medication Pass (“Right” resident, medication, dosage, time, route, right to refuse).
• Act as liaison for pharmacy services to ensure effective services for residents.
• Monitor medication room, carts, and treatment carts for neatness, cleanliness, availability, and expiration.
• Complete medication observations and skills checks for medication care managers as directed by RCD.

• Demonstrate knowledge of key quality improvement areas:
  Resident‑Centered Care Model, APIE, Quality Care Indicators and Outcomes.
• Actively participate in Sunrise Quality Assurance and Clinical Meetings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of regulations:
  All federal, state/provincial, and local resident care regulations;
  Resident Rights;
  Resident Assessment/Evaluation process; and compliance with physician reports, medication orders, and equipment orders as directed by RCD.
• Assist in implementation, training, and monitoring of documentation related to residents’ clinical health and wellness.
• Ensure resident changes, concerns, and solutions are reported to RCD as appropriate.
• Contribute to overall engagement programs and processes, including customer and team member engagement surveys and improvement workshops.
• Attend regular meetings such as Town Hall, Department Team, Cross‑Over, and others directed by Supervisor/Department Coordinator.
• Maintain…