Wellness Nurse (LPN, RN) [nursing] - Sign On Bonus $1500

Senior Living Residences

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Brockton, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Wellness Nurse assists in managing and developing comprehensive care programs for residents while providing direct support to the Resident Care Director. They are also responsible for training and managing CNA staff and acting as a liaison between families, physicians, and care providers.

Qualifications

The Wellness Nurse role requires a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid MA license and at least one year of experience working with elderly or Alzheimer's patients. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with residents, families, and physicians, along with the ability to perform physical tasks like standing, bending, and transferring residents. Punctuality and reliability are also key requirements for this position.

Job Description

  Wellness Nurse (LPN, RN) Brockton, Massachusetts  

Heights Crossing, an assisted living and memory support community in Brockton, 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.

Heights Crossing’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! Heights Crossing is located at 35 Christy's Place, Brockton, MA. Learn more about Heights Crossing here.  
AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Full Time: 30-40 hours per week: weekdays: 8AM-6:30PM, every other weekend in the Memory Care neighborhood   PAY & BENEFITS:

Rates start at $35 - $37 per hour based on work experience, sign-on bonus of $1500 paid in quarterly installments.

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
  • 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!
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses. 
  • Nationwide tuition rewards program.
  • 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
 

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 CNAs 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.
  Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at jobs@slr-usa.com.     --

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


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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