Health Services Director- LVN - Sign on Bonus Offered

$95,000 - $110,000/Yr

Ivy Park - Salinas, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Salinas, CA

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Health Services Director at Ivy Park at Salinas is a licensed nurse responsible for coordinating resident care and medication management, ensuring that residents maintain their independence for as long as possible. This role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals and oversight of nursing duties, staff training, and resident assessments, all aimed at providing exceptional care in a senior living community.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses, and state agencies on the care needs of all residents in the community.
• Coordinate incidental medical, dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care for residents.
• Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordance with the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act, including administering medications and performing treatments as ordered by a physician.
• Oversee and provide the necessary training for Medication Technicians.
• Administer resident pre-admission assessment prior to each resident's move-in date and complete routine and as-needed reassessments in accordance with company policy and state regulations.
• Interview potential residents and families and obtain medical records and other requirements as outlined in Title 22 for admission to the community.
• Conduct staff interviews and observe residents on a continual basis to alert the Executive Director, responsible party, and others of changes in the physical or emotional health of the resident.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing.
• Prefer two (2) years of experience working in a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE).
• Prefer one (1) year of experience supervising and managing employees.
• Able to obtain a valid Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) license.
• Able to effectively teach/train staff.
• Able to operate a personal computer and be proficient in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must pass a criminal background clearance before beginning work.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Able to obtain and maintain valid first aid and CPR certification.
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a senior living environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance