Salary Range: $116,000 - $120,000 Yearly Reports To:The Health and Wellness Director will report to the Executive Director.  FLSA Classification:This position is classified as exempt and is a salary position.Job Overview:Oversee the on-going day-to-day operations of the health and wellness department.  Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the resident care.Responsibilities and Duties: Responsible for all areas of the Health and Wellness department (compliance, planning, assessments, directing, budget, staffing, hands-on care) in accordance with current state regulations and company policies and procedures. Conduct thorough resident assessment. Assure resident care needs are met and maintained according to physician orders, state regulation, and company policies and procedures. Monitor the progress and effectiveness of the resident’s care plan through written progress notes and through verbal communication with residents and associates. Evaluate the health and wellness associates’ skill competencies and overall performance. Responsible for infection control management and QAPI. Responsible for reporting, monitoring and the surveillance of all communicable diseases. Participate in QAPI and responsible for determining the root cause analysis of resident data/outcomes. Complete nursing audits as needed (med carts/medication boxes/storage, eMARS/TARS) to ensure compliance to state regulations and company policies and procedures. Implement training programs and in-services for all associates in accordance with state regulations. Provide ongoing leadership to the Health and Wellness associates and ensure staffing levels and shift schedules are operating at the highest level. Hiring, training, and mentoring Wellness Nurses, and Health and Wellness Team Members. Coordinate ancillary support services for residents.  Inform physician, family, and associates of changes in resident’s condition and needs. Maintain department within budgetary guidelines for staffing and supplies. Assist with nurse coverage, as needed. Has 24/7 on-call responsibilities. Occasional weekend coverage as Manager on Duty. Participate in and attend all in-service training as scheduled. Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.
