Health and Wellness Director

Company: Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Location: Seattle
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Heritage Ministries at The Kenney is in growth mode and currently seeking a Health and Wellness Director (RN) our team! The Health and Wellness Director (RN) exercises authority, responsibility, and accountability for the functions, activities, and training of the nursing service staff. Participates as a member of the facility management team in planning, policy formulation, and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, function, and operation of the facility's nursing services. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day! Apply now! Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing, directing, and supervising all personnel and all operations of the Nursing Department.
• Ensures a sufficient number of qualified supervisory and supportive nursing personnel are assigned for each shift to meet the resident's needs and nursing standard of care.
• Responsible for performance, retention, and development of all assigned employees. Seeks direction from the Human Resource Assistant or Corporate Human Resource Coordinator regarding personnel matters. Takes appropriate action in accordance with personnel policies and procedures.
• Participates in planning and controlling budgets for nursing services.
• Responds to, or delegates responsibility of nursing department/facility emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Is knowledgeable and responds appropriately to nursing/facility emergencies according to established policies and procedures.
• Serves as Assigned Supervisor for nursing department administrative personnel. Participates in team hiring interviews, conducts employee performance reviews, disciplinary conferences and exit interviews in a timely fashion.
• Responsible for ensuring verification and continued compliance of credentials for staff members within the nursing department.
• Ensures that all departmental documentation is compliant with Department of Health guidelines. Facilitates use of computerized medical record system.
• Stays current with State Department of Health directives and ensures that same are implemented by staff.
• Reviews the daily nursing report and responds appropriately to specific nursing and personnel issues.
• 4 weeks of PTO on an accrual basis in your first year of employment
• 7 paid holidays (premium pay if scheduled to work the holiday)
• Shift Differential
• 401k with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Paid training opportunities
• Employee pharmacy program
• Special employee recognition and giveaways (you might even win an expense paid vacation like several employees did this year! Qualifications:
  • Licensed currently as a Registered Professional Nurse in good standing.
  • B.S.N preferred but not required with experience.
  • Verifiable education or experience in such areas as rehabilitative or geriatric nursing required.
  • Possess a knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term health care. If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you!Apply now! *A full written job description is available upon request *Heritage employees must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or submit and receive approval for medical or religious exemption.

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