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We are seeking talented and team-oriented associates to join our luxury Senior Living community, Balfour at Riverfront Park, located in one of the trendiest areas of downtown Denver. Here our residents enjoy piece-of-mind with a full continuum of services from independent living through assisted living and memory care accommodations, paired with our signature amenities and services. We are committed to a work environment of integrity, respect and a customer focus.
POSITION: Director, Health & Wellness
BENEFITS eligible on date of hire.
What will you do in this role:
- Coordination/case management of ancillary contributions including Physicians, Hospice, Dietician (not dietary), Consultations and Therapy.
- Highly acute oversite to keep department operating within all federal, state, and local regulations
- Make frequent house rounds on all shifts to assess performance of nursing staff and to monitor the quality of care provided
- In compliance with the Company’s policies, is responsible for interviewing, hiring, developing, supervising and following the Company’s performance management policy with assigned staff
- Participate in internal audits of nursing practice
- Establish and ensure that staffing levels and scheduling patterns are adequate and have appropriate coverage at Community
- Assure development, maintenance, implementation and evaluation of the safety and infection control programs
- Investigate and document incidents, identifies safety hazards and institutes corrective actions in a timely manner
- Investigate and ensure completion of internal and state required incident reports for assisted living/memory care communities including completion of appropriate interventions in a timely manner
- Provide clinical expertise to facilitate and support the nursing process in resident interventions and care provided
- Support Executive Director in planning and scheduling of staff training programs for Assisted Living and Memory Care staff
- Assist in pre-admission assessments of potential residents. Assists in orienting new residents to the physical environment and community culture
- Responsible for making sure that all required medical records are kept up to date in PCC
- Ability to grow the skillsets of individual and collective team abilities
- Communicate with residents and family members as needed to provide exceptional care and service
You have:
- Valid and current LPN, RN, BSN state license required
- One-year experience as a supervisor in a health care facility
- Highly developed nursing skills; thorough knowledge in understanding and interpreting nursing philosophies, programs, and policies
- Demonstrated commitment to high professional and ethical standards
- Must have computer processing and electronic medical database experience such as LTC or Point Click Care
- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
- Ability to think critically
You might also have:
- Three years of experience in Senior Care, Assisted Living and Memory Care setting
- Demonstrated talent for interacting with a wide variety of people, particularly the elderly and their family members
- Recognize current evolution of this role to include an 'Operations' emphasis
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. unassisted
- Ability to push/pull 60 lbs. of resistance
- Ability to stand and/or walk for duration of shift
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, contagious diseases and blood borne pathogens
Balfour is a pet-friendly community; you may be exposed to animal hair and dander
Actual monetary compensation will be presented at the time a job offer is made and may not be within the posted range due to skill level, experience, industry specific knowledge, education/certifications and/or geographic location.
Health & Wellness Protocols: Until further notice, interviews will take place virtually. Newly-hired associates will complete Balfour Senior Living's New Hire Orientation virtually, then receive important training about how to keep our residents, and themselves, as healthy as possible. This includes things like hand washing and social distancing. You will also follow wellness protocols developed under guidance of health agencies before entering any of our buildings. If you have any questions regarding the current protocols, please include them in your cover letter or discuss with the Balfour representative who contacts you.
Balfour Senior Living’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that COVID-19 can cause serious, life-threatening complications, and there is no way to know how COVID-19 will affect an individual. Further, an individual who becomes infected with COVID-19 could spread the virus to friends, family, co-workers, residents and others around them. Therefore, in a effort to protect our associates and our residents, all Balfour Senior Living employees are required to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencement of employment with our organization. Qualified exemption requests may be submitted to the human resources department for consideration. We are also able to assist eligible candidates in locating a vaccination site.
Why Balfour?
- Scheduling variety and flexibility:1st, 2nd, overnight and PRN/Flex pool opportunities available for many positions
- Immediate healthcare coverage for eligible employees working 30 or more hours per week (Full time status)
- Medical, dental and vision plan coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and sick time for full and part time employees
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Resident Referral Bonus Program
ABOUT BALFOUR SENIOR LIVING
Founded in 1997, Balfour Senior Living has received national and international recognition for the quality of its exterior architecture and its elegant interior design marked by the use of a vibrant color palette and a diverse collection of fine art. With round-the-clock nursing coverage and an extensive activity program, Balfour’s quality of care and life enrichment programming makes the company a leader in the growing world of senior housing. Since the first community opened in Louisville, Colorado in 1999, Balfour has grown to include nine communities in the Denver Metro area and one in Ann Arbor, Michigan. From its inception, Balfour Senior Living has sought to be the most admired Senior Living company in the United States.
Balfour Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) complying with state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, or racial status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, discharge, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, compensation, benefits, and training.
