Wellness Nurse Supervisor (Per diem/On-Call; Unit: Assisted Living)

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Wellness Nurse Supervisor, you will support the Health & Wellness Department by supervising caregiving staff, coordinating resident medical services, overseeing documentation and regulatory compliance, and facilitating communication with residents, families, and external providers. You will ensure a high standard of care through leadership, training, clinical oversight, and hands-on support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise medication technicians and caregiving staff, ensuring accurate shift handoffs and timely documentation.

• Oversee and maintain accurate, complete, and confidential records related to medications, treatments, and resident care.

• Assist with resident admissions, discharges, and transfers; compile and manage medical charts.

• Lead implementation of infection control policies, including COVID-19 protocols, visitation guidelines, and staff compliance measures.

• Coordinate and monitor resident medical appointments and transportation logistics.

• Triage residents experiencing health changes or urgent needs and provide immediate clinical support.

• Address resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion.

• Communicate changes in resident status to physicians, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Support hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance evaluations of wellness staff.

• Develop and lead training sessions, in-services, and mentoring programs to promote best practices.

• Maintain medical supply inventory and ensure timely ordering and stocking.

• Conduct regular audits of documentation and systems to ensure compliance and quality improvement.

• Provide medication and caregiving support as needed, including administering medications, triaging incidents, and updating care plans.

• Uphold infection control procedures, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations and resident care.

JOB DETAILS

• Pay Rate: $51.64/hr
• Hours: AM shift: 7 AM - 3:30 PM; PM: 3 PM - 11:30 PM ; NOC: 11 PM - 7:30 AM
• • Days: Varies; However, largest need is on the AM shift on Sundays.

• Unit: Assisted Living

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current and active State of California LVN or RN license required.

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent LVN nursing experience and/or two (2) years of experience in assisted living as a Medication Technician or Caregiver in a similar community.

• New RN graduates may be considered.

• Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.

• Experience in assisted living preferred.

• High school diploma or GED required; coursework in medical terminology or health services preferred.

• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to delegate, lead a team, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Knowledge of elderly care standards, infection control practices, and universal precautions.

• Demonstrated compassion for older adults and commitment to providing high-quality care.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and provide hands-on clinical support for extended periods.

• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition residents in accordance with safe body mechanics.

• Ability to respond promptly to medical emergencies.

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.