Director of Resident Care

Stoney Brook of Hewitt

  • Hewitt, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
4-K Housing is a mission-driven, not-for-profit senior living health care organization. We encourage our staff and residents to walk this PATH of life together! Our values focus on:
  • Purpose
  • Acceptance
  • Thankfulness
  • Harmony
Our goal is to help residents to live a life where they are happy, healthy, and maximizing their independence. We do this by fostering relationships, connections, and a sense of belonging which contribute to positive health outcomes. YOU are an important part of creating such a full life!We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Resident Care to join our team at Stoney Brook Hewitt. The Director of Resident Care is responsible for the overall direction and leadership of resident wellness and the resident medication program in the assisted living and memory care communities.Benefits:
  • Comprehensive coverage including health, dental & vision with 4K Housing contributing over 50% of cost. Life Insurance covered 100% by 4K Housing.
  • Full-time employees receive 3.5 weeks paid vacation for the first 5 years, then it bumps up to 4.5 weeks. Use it, let it roll, or cash it in!
  • Benefit from exclusive discounts on auto home and pet insurance.
  • Perks @ Work offers discounts on electronics, personal travel, apparel, home needs, entertainment, fitness/nutrition, and childcare costs!
  • Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling on family, work, legal, identity theft recovery, mental health, and everyday life!
  • $300 per FT referral
  • Advancement & cross-training opportunities available at all 8 communities.
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k)-retirement savings plan and matching contributions.
Shifts:
  • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Monday – Friday
  • May be required to fill in Resident Assistant or Resident Medication Aide shifts as needed
  • Weekend and Holidays in MOD rotation.
Responsibilities:
  • Initiate resident service plans according to the individualized needs of the resident as prescribed by physician and/or community policy.
  • Manage the health care of all residents, including the dissemination of information to families, staff, physicians and third- party providers.
  • Perform on-site assessments of residents admitted to hospitals or skilled nursing facilities for treatment and maintain contact with resident’s family and discharge planner with the view to returning to the community.
  • Complete pre-admission assessments for each resident and update every six months or as needed with change of condition.
  • Meet with each resident on a regular basis to provide health and wellness, check and answer any health-related questions.
  • Review the resident’s medical report prior to move -in to ensure that the community can provide for the resident’s individual needs.
  • Monitors the skin assessments of the residents.
  • Assesses wounds and obtains physician orders for treatments and interventions working with home health providers.
  • Assures ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, dental visits, psych visits, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through.
  • Provide training, supervision, and monitoring of Medication Assistant in the assistance of medications, to include frequent auditing medication sheets, medication passes, shift change MAR audit and Narcotic counts.
  • Assure that all medications prescribed have orders, are available, and are transcribed correctly in the E MAR by auditing the medication records and chart frequently and ensure proper documentation for medication assistance administration.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with the resident, resident’s family, physician, and pharmacy regarding the resident's medication needs, etc.
  • Assists the Business office manager in the completion of new hire paperwork, monitoring time sheets, and performing medication associate evaluations per company policy.
  • On-call duties for staffing and clinical needs. May need to assume the role of Resident Assistant and/or Medication Aide to ensure consistent quality care is provided.
  • Key member of the Community’s emergency response team which includes remaining on site at the Community coordinating the response during declared emergencies and disasters.
  • Participate in the community’s Manager on Duty rotation.
Requirements:
  • Minimum of one year management experience in senior living or related health programs preferred.
  • Graduate of an accredited LVN/RN program. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LVN in Texas.
  • Must have current CPR certification.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership skills in fiscal clinical management, strategic planning, program, and staff development.
  • Ability to work with and supervise others as an effective team builder and team player.
  • Ability to effectively evaluate performance and take corrective actions when necessary.
  • Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, set priorities, organize work, and make independent decisions.
  • Valid State driver’s license and clear driving record that meets the requirements of our insurance carrier and company policy.
  • Computer proficiency with electronic medical records, the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn new applications.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
  • Ability to speak, read & write English.
  • Must be willing to undergo a routine background check.
4K Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Stoney Brook of Hewitt