Health and Wellness Director LPN
- Sappington, MO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
- Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
- Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
- Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions
- Oversee the clinical supervision and administration of all nursing services.
- Implement and maintain nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, revising them as necessary.
- Provide clinical guidance to nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and other care team members.
- Collaborate with community administrators to ensure all staff receive necessary orientation and training.
- Conduct regular assessments of residents and ensure all required documentation is up-to-date.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and Americare regulations.
- Manage medication systems and ensure they meet regulatory guidelines and resident needs.
- Play a key role in quality assurance by maintaining community standards, assisting with inspections, and upholding a safe, home-like environment for residents.
- Licensure: A current state nursing license (LPN).
- Experience: A proven track record in nursing leadership, preferably in senior living or long-term care environments.
- Skills: Strong clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to manage both the administrative and hands-on aspects of nursing care.
- Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work closely with staff, administrators, and families.
- Commitment: A passion for senior care, adherence to Americare's mission, and dedication to providing a high quality of life for residents.
- Stand, sit, walk, bend, and change positions frequently.
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist in transferring residents as needed.
- Push/pull up to 100 lbs. and maneuver wheelchairs (up to 350 lbs.).
- Assist in lowering residents to the floor during falls.
- Use safety equipment, including gait belts and mechanical lifts.
- Perform tasks requiring good vision, hearing, and verbal communication.