Brookdale
Clinical Specialist - Travel RN for Assisted Living - $4500 Sign on Bonus.
Brookdale, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Clinical Specialist - Travel RN for Assisted Living - $4500 Sign on Bonus
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Benefits Eligibility
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company‑provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Base pay will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full‑time associates are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefit‑eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active‑duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N‑400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Manages the day‑to‑day healthcare operations of the community to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are met.
Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and quality care as residents’ needs change.
Supervises licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community.
Strengthens clinical processes within the community until a replacement is identified, then supports the newly assigned Health and Wellness Director.
Travels within the division as assigned to support management vacancy, start‑up, vacations, etc.
Directly supervises community‑based licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN, RN), Med Techs/CMAs (if required by State Regulations), and/or Lead Resident Care Associates; may also supervise Resident Care Coordinators and Supervisor, Resident Care.
Assigns and directs work of subordinates; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems.
Provides training, supervision, and monitoring of associates in the administration of medications as described/allowed in the Nurse Practice Act, including auditing of medication administration records.
Provides training and education to resident care associates on an ongoing basis with classroom in‑services and situation‑specific training.
Supervises the maintenance of resident charts and reviews documentation performed by care‑giving staff.
Assesses health, functional and psycho‑social status of residents, initiates individualized service plans, proactively manages care and services for each resident, evaluates effectiveness and maximizes the resident’s opportunity to remain in their environment.
Manages the health care of residents, including the dissemination of information to families and associates, and ensures family members are aware of resident’s need for scheduled appointments.
Participates in pre‑admission screening of prospective new residents, assures required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission, updates assessments as required by policy and as described/allowed in the Nurse Practice Act.
Performs on‑site evaluations of residents admitted to alternate care environments for treatment, and maintains contact with resident families with the intent of returning resident to Brookdale.
Performs ongoing assessment/observation of residents’ physical and psycho‑social needs and coordinates with other departments to assure quality, proactive care.
Evaluates residents; documents changes in condition, and notifies executive director, physician, and resident’s legally responsible party/family of resident’s condition and reactions. Prepares Physician Visit Form and reviews and updates resident chart.
Facilitates continuity of care for those residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other third‑party health‑care related services.
Participates in or leads meetings relevant to resident care issues, such as Service Plan meetings, involving appropriate parties as needed.
Ensures in‑house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, dental visits, psych visits, lab, X‑ray, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through.
Participates in department quality improvement activities.
Assists in keeping the environment safe for associates to reduce the occurrence of Workers’ Compensation claims by appropriately evaluating resident transfer and mobility needs and involving therapy services as indicated.
Shares on‑call and manager on‑duty responsibilities/shifts as required.
Strengthens clinical process within the community until permanent replacement is identified.
Supports other requirements within the division as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience : Education required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN). Nurse management, senior living, or post‑acute care experience preferred. Basic typing skills and working knowledge of personal computing and word processing software required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements : LPN/LVN or RN license.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing, walking, sitting, and occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed.
Interaction with co‑workers, residents or vendors.
Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections, latex, blood‑borne pathogens, various drugs, chemical, infectious or biological hazards.
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents (up to 50 pounds).
On‑call on an as‑needed basis.
Requires travel occasionally. Vision.
Management/Decision Making : Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.
Knowledge and Skills : Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.
About Brookdale Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home‑like feel and all‑around comfort for residents and visiting family members. Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings. Industry leader in clinical care. Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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Benefits Eligibility
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company‑provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Base pay will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full‑time associates are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefit‑eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active‑duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N‑400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Manages the day‑to‑day healthcare operations of the community to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are met.
Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and quality care as residents’ needs change.
Supervises licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community.
Strengthens clinical processes within the community until a replacement is identified, then supports the newly assigned Health and Wellness Director.
Travels within the division as assigned to support management vacancy, start‑up, vacations, etc.
Directly supervises community‑based licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN, RN), Med Techs/CMAs (if required by State Regulations), and/or Lead Resident Care Associates; may also supervise Resident Care Coordinators and Supervisor, Resident Care.
Assigns and directs work of subordinates; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems.
Provides training, supervision, and monitoring of associates in the administration of medications as described/allowed in the Nurse Practice Act, including auditing of medication administration records.
Provides training and education to resident care associates on an ongoing basis with classroom in‑services and situation‑specific training.
Supervises the maintenance of resident charts and reviews documentation performed by care‑giving staff.
Assesses health, functional and psycho‑social status of residents, initiates individualized service plans, proactively manages care and services for each resident, evaluates effectiveness and maximizes the resident’s opportunity to remain in their environment.
Manages the health care of residents, including the dissemination of information to families and associates, and ensures family members are aware of resident’s need for scheduled appointments.
Participates in pre‑admission screening of prospective new residents, assures required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission, updates assessments as required by policy and as described/allowed in the Nurse Practice Act.
Performs on‑site evaluations of residents admitted to alternate care environments for treatment, and maintains contact with resident families with the intent of returning resident to Brookdale.
Performs ongoing assessment/observation of residents’ physical and psycho‑social needs and coordinates with other departments to assure quality, proactive care.
Evaluates residents; documents changes in condition, and notifies executive director, physician, and resident’s legally responsible party/family of resident’s condition and reactions. Prepares Physician Visit Form and reviews and updates resident chart.
Facilitates continuity of care for those residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other third‑party health‑care related services.
Participates in or leads meetings relevant to resident care issues, such as Service Plan meetings, involving appropriate parties as needed.
Ensures in‑house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, dental visits, psych visits, lab, X‑ray, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through.
Participates in department quality improvement activities.
Assists in keeping the environment safe for associates to reduce the occurrence of Workers’ Compensation claims by appropriately evaluating resident transfer and mobility needs and involving therapy services as indicated.
Shares on‑call and manager on‑duty responsibilities/shifts as required.
Strengthens clinical process within the community until permanent replacement is identified.
Supports other requirements within the division as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience : Education required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN). Nurse management, senior living, or post‑acute care experience preferred. Basic typing skills and working knowledge of personal computing and word processing software required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements : LPN/LVN or RN license.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing, walking, sitting, and occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed.
Interaction with co‑workers, residents or vendors.
Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections, latex, blood‑borne pathogens, various drugs, chemical, infectious or biological hazards.
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents (up to 50 pounds).
On‑call on an as‑needed basis.
Requires travel occasionally. Vision.
Management/Decision Making : Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.
Knowledge and Skills : Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.
About Brookdale Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home‑like feel and all‑around comfort for residents and visiting family members. Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings. Industry leader in clinical care. Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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