Assisted Living Director (LVN)

Company: The Tradition-Buffalo Speedway
Location: Houston, TX 77025 (Medical area)

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SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting the Healthcare Director in the overall successful operations of the assisted living and memory care community. The Assistant Healthcare Director shall be competent to perform all duties in the absence of the Healthcare Director, capable of making mature judgments, with experience in handling office practices and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Maintain current nursing license in Texas.
  • Knowledge and expertise in specific service areas for the community.
  • Understanding of financial parameters, budget creation, and management.
  • Ability to effectively address and resolve both employee, resident and family concerns.
  • Superior customer relations skills.
  • Exhibits an energetic demeanor with a caring, compassionate attitude.
  • Ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English.
  • Ability to direct, supervise and coordinate the work of others and motivate for positive performance.
  • Possesses sound organizational and time management skills.
  • Possesses good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to utilize the computer and related software programs.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: (Include those listed below and other duties as assigned by management)

  • Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day healthcare operation of the assisted living and memory care community.
  • Assume all duties and responsibilities of the Healthcare Director in his/her absence.
  • Assist with staff supervision.
  • Interface daily with all residents and responsible for physical, emotional, and mental well-being of residents.
  • Interface with families, reporting any problems, illnesses, or other concerns.
  • Interface with doctors, home-health care, and any other agencies or individuals who have contact with the residents as directed.
  • Always ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
  • Responsible for handling all questions and concerns regarding healthcare operation.
  • Assist residents and families with questions and concerns regarding non-healthcare related operations and communicate with appropriate department manager.
  • Must be knowledgeable of and able to perform all fire and safety, tornado and disaster evacuation procedures, and participate in all community preparedness programs.
  • Responsible for ensuring AL staffing is up to date on OnShift.
  • Responsible for On-Call every other week (rotating with MC Director).
  • Interface with pharmacy/family to ensure orders are accurate.
  • Assist Healthcare Director with all AL Admissions.
  • New hire orientation – ensure process is finalized and coordinate duties effectively.
  • Coordinate annual and monthly self-medication assessments with Healthcare Director.
  • Coordinate annual assessments and service plans with Healthcare Director.
  • Participate in special job-related assignments as may be requested by the Healthcare Director.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

  • Full-time salaried position involving evenings, weekends and overtime

REPORTS TO:

  • Healthcare Director

Salary $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

http://www.TraditionSeniorLiving.com

TX ID # Pending

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

Experience:

  • Management: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Assisted Living: 2 years (Required)

License:

  • LVN (Required)

Work Location:

  • One location

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off