The Manor Village at London is looking for an amazing Temporary Wellness Coordinator. The Wellness Coordinator will operate as a Health & Wellness Ambassador. Their primary responsibility is to support the Director of Care in all aspects of the Wellness department which includes scheduling and implementing health assessments for prospective and current Residents and scheduling and executing new Resident orientation sessions with the goal of creating personalized wellness plans.
Other essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, overseeing and maintaining the Medication Management Program, the Physician Clinics, the Emergency Response System, assisting the Director of Care in providing direction and supervision to the Health and Wellness Team. The Wellness Coordinator must be a dedicated and caring professional who assesses the clinical status of each of our valued Residents and makes recommendations as to the appropriate level of care and services.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Monday to Friday work week
Terrific staff team
Wonderful Work environment
Requirements and Accountabilities
Community
Implement Manor Village infection prevention and control procedures/protocols
Coordinate health services from a broad range of agencies and community resources such as foot clinics, hearing aid screenings, dentures, massage, reflexology and dieticians and all other health related activities to promote and facilitate the company Preserving Independence philosophy
Monitor Manor Village's Green Card system
Coordinate, run and/or assist with various clinics
Prepare monthly wellness related newsletter submissions and calendar
Arrange monthly education and health promotion sessions
Maintain designated community bulletin boards with new health related information
Investigate all Resident incidents and file associated reports
Resident Care
Prepare charts for new Residents
Prepare for new Residents a personalized Wellness Welcome Package / Preserving Independence (including facilitating appointments with Manor Village Wellness 'Experts')
Function in a case management role within a multidisciplinary environment
Accurately assesses, communicates and documents Residents' status
Visit Resident following an incident, return from hospital stay, on a scheduled visit and when/where required, administers new health assessments
Visit Resident in hospital, rehab center, or other health care facility to complete health assessment prior to Residents return to the community (as needed)
Measure and accurately records vital signs (temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height) where appropriate
Implement intervention programs and evaluate the overall Wellness plan for all Residents
Facilitate various Preserving Independence (TM) services and clinics
Update and review "flag list" at weekly team meetings
Advise and assist Residents with completion of medical forms (referrals, special transportation, home care services etc.) when applicable
Document ongoing assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, interventions and evaluation on Residents' file plus incidents or accident reports
Educate new and existing Residents of all wellness services available through The Manor Village
Arrange tray service and follow-up service for Resident(s) who are ill or have returned from hospital
Observe and report any significant changes in Resident behavior and health to the Executive Director and family
Collaborate with Executive Director in family conferences
Addresses difficult Resident behavior
Maintain the Goals of Care, Capsules of Life and/or 911 program in conjunction with the applicable medical services standards by keeping Resident medical data up to date, accurate and easily accessible to on-call staff in the event of an emergency
Prospective Residents
Meet prospective Residents upon their personalized visit (tour) to The Manor Village and explain the options available through the Wellness Center related to daily activities and the companies Preserving Independence philosophy
Coordinate and conduct Wellness Planning Sessions for prospective Resident s
In conjunction with Executive Director and Lifestyle Marketing Coordinator, review the acceptability of prospective Residents
Emergency Response
Respond to urgent and/or Emergency Call and Response System, requests assistance when necessary
Initiate EMS calls when necessary
Manage the operation of the 24-hour Emergency Call and Response System in partnership with third party control centers.
Conduct monthly test (common areas) and sign-offs of the 24-hour Emergency Call and Response System
Conduct annual test (suites) and sign-offs of the of the 24-hour Emergency Call and Response System
Train new staff on the 24-hour Emergency Call and Response System
Educate and instruct new Residents upon move in on the 24-hour Emergency Call and Response System and obtain required sign-offs
Relationships
Provide support and counseling for Resident s and families
Visit all Residents regularly and systematically in order to develop a trusting rapport and helping relationship.
Assist Residents and family members in determining appropriate level of health care services and support
Maintain close relationship with physicians, pharmacists, home health care coordinators, home care and support workers and others to facilitate independence in activities of daily living
Miscellaneous
Perform other duties as assigned or as required
Cover the receptionist's lunch hour as needed or as scheduled (coverage days and times may vary depending on the Community)
Qualifications
Current RN or LPN license
RN designation (Required)
2 years geriatric care experience
Knowledgeable about the senior living philosophy
Understands nursing function within a senior living community
Maintains current CPR and First Aid certification
Physical and Sensory Requirements
(with or without the aid of mechanical devices)
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for prolonged periods
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, with each hand/arm
Medium Physical Demand Level: ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 9 kg / 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 23 kg/50 pounds
Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
Good visual acuity
Mental acumen
Good communication skills
Must be exhibit our values in everything that they do
Must have excellent emotional intelligence
Ability to communicate professionally with staff members and Residents
If you have a sincere passion for Seniors and seek to excel in our growing organization, please apply.
All applications must include a cover letter and resume clearly outlining why you believe you are an ideal candidate for the role of Wellness Coordinator.*
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Background, education and TB testing will be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.63-$34.07 per hour
Experience:
geriatric care : 2 years (preferred)
senior living : 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
RN designation (required)
Work Location: In person
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