Wellness Nurse (LPN, RN) [nursing]

Senior Living Residences

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Brookline, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Wellness Nurse assists in managing and developing comprehensive care programs for residents while overseeing the training of Resident Care Associates. They also serve as a key liaison between families, physicians, and community care providers.

Qualifications

Goddard House is seeking a Wellness Nurse (LPN or RN) to assist in managing and directing a comprehensive care program for senior residents. The role involves training and managing Resident Care Associates, and requires 1+ years of experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations. Strong communication skills and a valid MA nursing license are essential.

Job Description

Wellness Nurse (LPN, RN) Brookline, Massachusetts   Goddard House, an assisted living and memory support community in Brookline, is acclaimed for its forward-thinking, pace-setting innovations in the world of senior care that includes our highly-regarded EnrichedLIFE Experiences and our award-winning Brain Healthy Cooking Program.   Goddard House’s caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Goddard House is located at 165 Chestnut Street, Brookline, MA. Learn more about Goddard House here.
 
AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem availability
  PAY & BENEFITS

Rates start at $38 - $40 per hour based on work experience

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

  • DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
  • Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents (up to $2,500!)
  • Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
  • Nationwide tuition rewards program.
  • ​Free meals during shifts at the community.
  • Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
  • Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking (conveniently located near Riverway Green Line (E), Forest Hills Station, and along MBTA bus route 39)
  WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The Wellness Nurse assists the Resident Care Director with managing, directing and developing a comprehensive care program for all residents of the community. The Wellness Nurse will also assist with the training and managing of our team of Resident Care Associates (CNA, HHA) and serves as a liaison with family members, community agencies, physicians and care providers.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Certification: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid MA license.
  • Experience: 1+ years experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations.
  • Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents (with and without assistance)
  • Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and physicians
  • Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences

Guided by our “Right Values” mission, Senior Living Residences is a trusted leader among residents and their families, healthcare professionals, employees, not-for-profit clients and investor partners. Since 1990 Senior Living Residences (SLR) has been at the forefront of innovation in senior living, known as a trailblazer from its earliest days when SLR’s Founders were instrumental in establishing the assisted living industry in Massachusetts. Beginning with a single community in 1994, SLR is an owner/manager of 20 properties in New England featuring independent living, assisted living and SLR’s proprietary Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. SLR’s team of 1200+ associates deliver compassionate professional care to thousands of seniors daily. Senior Living Residences offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits. We support our associates'​ ongoing growth and provide regular training and opportunities for professional development. We are proud of our high retention rates and equally high levels of customer satisfaction. Our associates fulfill our Right Values mission every day - providing seniors who reside at our communities with service-enriched care of the highest quality, while promoting maximum resident dignity, choice and independence. Senior Living Residences is certified as a 2023 Great Place to Work and is proud to have ranked #1 on The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work in Massachusetts! To be recognized at the very top of this list of Massachusetts Employers is an extraordinary honor, made so much more special because this achievement was based on direct input from our associates. We're also honored to be recognized as #31 in the nation by USA Today's Top Workplaces. For more information, contact SLR at 617-268-9140 or online at www.SeniorLivingResidences.com.
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