Wellness Coordinator(Resident Care Coordinator) in Springfield, Oregon at Olympus EE LLC

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Wellness Director, the Wellness Coordinator supports the community, and the Wellness Director by providing clerical, administrative, planning and organization responsibilities, as they pertain primarily to the nursing and care staff and to residents.

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to and assures compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess the full scope of resident needs on a continuous basis.
• Provides a safe environment for residents, visitors, and employees through identifying, correcting, and reporting health and safety hazards.
• Demonstrates skill in interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors and staff.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communications methods
• Assists the Wellness Director in the planning, organizing, directing, implementing, and evaluating of care and activities of the assigned care unit.
• Communicates with medical professionals, schedules doctor appointments, and organizes transportation.
• Maintains records and ensures compliance with regulations regarding TB testing and other employee requirements
• Assists with staffing of caregivers

Note: All employees of Olympus Retirement Living are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must be licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Current CPR Certification required.

Experience:

• Experience preparing meals for large groups required.
• Experience in a senior care or healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend English.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must work well with others and take directions from Supervisors.
• Must be able to work alone and with little direct supervision.
• Must be trustworthy and dependable.
• Must be able to stand and walk most of the work day.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing process, particularly as it relates to geriatric residents, long-term care, and rehabilitation.
• Requires mental maturity to deal with fast-paced environment and occasionally combative residents.
• Requires tolerance for body secretions, strong odors, exposure to diseases, and varied room temperatures.