Viva Senior Living
Assistant Resident Care Director
The essential functions of the job for the Assistant Resident Care Director requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following: Must possess a valid LPN or RN license, in good standing in accordance with laws of this state, from an approved State Nursing School of Nursing. A minimum of one (1) year of full-time or equivalent clinical experience is required. Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable. Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights. In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.). Must adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones. Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures. Responsibilities/Accountabilities Administer and document medication and treatments per the physician's order and accurately record all care provided to the residents. Provide direct nursing care and provide clinical supervision of nursing assistants working with residents. Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the resident's condition to the Resident Care Director immediately. May participate in routine activities of resident's care activities, including daily living and basic nursing procedures. Assisting residents with lifts, moves and transports, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention. Responds to inquiries relating to requests from residents, visitors, and other personnel promptly and courteously within given time frames and established policy. Is knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provides support to the residents according to their care plan. Contributes to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents' needs and preferences. Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors promoting a homelike environment. Fully understands all aspects of residents' rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse. Is responsible for promptly reporting to the charge nurse or administrative staff incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents' rights. Drive company vehicle at times (required driver). Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures, including thorough handwashing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials. Also providing care that maintains each resident's skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents, turning, repositioning immobile residents and by applying moisturizers to fragile skin and other areas. Performs various tasks assigned by the charge nurse, including checking vital signs, weighing residents, applying creams/ointments, and collecting specimens. Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights. Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor. As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency. Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan. Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications. Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all investigations. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer. Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency. Performs other duties as requested. Evaluating, initially and quarterly, the needs of a resident and the capability of the program to meet those needs Orienting new residents to the daily routine of the facility and participate in care planning meetings Identifying any resident adjustment issues and assisting to resolve those issues Assisting each resident to maintain family and community connections as well as establishing new ones Encouraging resident participation in community activities Identifying needs and arranging for services and entitlements from public and private sources for income, health, mental health, social services, and therapy services Assisting the resident in obtaining and maintaining a primary physician or source of medical care of his/her choice who is responsible for the overall management of the individual's health and mental health needs Coordinating the work of the other case management and service providers (Hospice, CHHA's etc) Assisting residents in need of alternative living arrangements to make and execute sound discharge or transfer plans Assisting residents, as needed, in the shopping for personal items such as toiletries, medical supplies, stationary, books, and clothing Oversee and document case management needs, and activities taken to meet resident needs to include, but not limited to, plan of care, aide care plans, medication assistance, fall management, and change in condition Works within the confines of the NYS DOH regulations and Resident Rights, always maintaining HIPAA Orient and supervise Charge Nurses and aides while maintaining the required staffing schedule Support the Wellness Program and Fall Prevention under the direction of the Wellness Director/ Director of Resident Services Conduct meetings with families and/or responsible party to foster good communication, exemplary resident care, and great customer service Attend marketing events, as required Assists in maintaining on-call schedule and on-call responsibilities to include availability for consultation to the nursing staff Assist with the interview, hire, discipline, termination, and supervision of nursing staff through participation in staff meetings, orientation, and required in-services Follow Viva Senior Living's Policies & Procedures Assist with QA activities Assist in maintaining all Viva Senior Living's required reporting logs Assists in maintaining the department budget, as set forth by Viva Senior Living Requirements Annual Health Requirements: Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test. Physical and Sensory Requirements:
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
The essential functions of the job for the Assistant Resident Care Director requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following: Must possess a valid LPN or RN license, in good standing in accordance with laws of this state, from an approved State Nursing School of Nursing. A minimum of one (1) year of full-time or equivalent clinical experience is required. Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable. Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights. In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.). Must adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones. Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures. Responsibilities/Accountabilities Administer and document medication and treatments per the physician's order and accurately record all care provided to the residents. Provide direct nursing care and provide clinical supervision of nursing assistants working with residents. Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the resident's condition to the Resident Care Director immediately. May participate in routine activities of resident's care activities, including daily living and basic nursing procedures. Assisting residents with lifts, moves and transports, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention. Responds to inquiries relating to requests from residents, visitors, and other personnel promptly and courteously within given time frames and established policy. Is knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provides support to the residents according to their care plan. Contributes to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents' needs and preferences. Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors promoting a homelike environment. Fully understands all aspects of residents' rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse. Is responsible for promptly reporting to the charge nurse or administrative staff incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents' rights. Drive company vehicle at times (required driver). Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures, including thorough handwashing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials. Also providing care that maintains each resident's skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents, turning, repositioning immobile residents and by applying moisturizers to fragile skin and other areas. Performs various tasks assigned by the charge nurse, including checking vital signs, weighing residents, applying creams/ointments, and collecting specimens. Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights. Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor. As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency. Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan. Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications. Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all investigations. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer. Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency. Performs other duties as requested. Evaluating, initially and quarterly, the needs of a resident and the capability of the program to meet those needs Orienting new residents to the daily routine of the facility and participate in care planning meetings Identifying any resident adjustment issues and assisting to resolve those issues Assisting each resident to maintain family and community connections as well as establishing new ones Encouraging resident participation in community activities Identifying needs and arranging for services and entitlements from public and private sources for income, health, mental health, social services, and therapy services Assisting the resident in obtaining and maintaining a primary physician or source of medical care of his/her choice who is responsible for the overall management of the individual's health and mental health needs Coordinating the work of the other case management and service providers (Hospice, CHHA's etc) Assisting residents in need of alternative living arrangements to make and execute sound discharge or transfer plans Assisting residents, as needed, in the shopping for personal items such as toiletries, medical supplies, stationary, books, and clothing Oversee and document case management needs, and activities taken to meet resident needs to include, but not limited to, plan of care, aide care plans, medication assistance, fall management, and change in condition Works within the confines of the NYS DOH regulations and Resident Rights, always maintaining HIPAA Orient and supervise Charge Nurses and aides while maintaining the required staffing schedule Support the Wellness Program and Fall Prevention under the direction of the Wellness Director/ Director of Resident Services Conduct meetings with families and/or responsible party to foster good communication, exemplary resident care, and great customer service Attend marketing events, as required Assists in maintaining on-call schedule and on-call responsibilities to include availability for consultation to the nursing staff Assist with the interview, hire, discipline, termination, and supervision of nursing staff through participation in staff meetings, orientation, and required in-services Follow Viva Senior Living's Policies & Procedures Assist with QA activities Assist in maintaining all Viva Senior Living's required reporting logs Assists in maintaining the department budget, as set forth by Viva Senior Living Requirements Annual Health Requirements: Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test. Physical and Sensory Requirements:
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.