It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $22.54 - $24.54 Hourly Job Shift: Days/Eves Job Category: Health Care DescriptionGarden View Program Coordinator Responsible to Position Classifications Activities Director Hourly/Non-Exempt Directly Supervises and Evaluates None Is Back Up To: Activities Coordinator & Music Therapist Is Backed Up By: Activities Coordinator & Music Therapist WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Performing quality work with or without direct supervision Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times Position Summary The Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the development and provision of daily structured leisure services for the GV unit throughout the course of the day. Assists in coordinating residents, volunteers, and staff in such planning and implementation of programs and activities of the Health Center ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Assists in planning, organizing and leading activities that promote dignity and independence while encouraging resident socialization and overall well-being (*CF) Enlists the assistance of the HHA/CNA that promote a set routine, cognitive stimulation, socialization and physical activity engagement (*CF) Provides guidance and oversight to HHA/CNA as it relates to their engaging residents in activities Participates in dementia training (*CF) Works collaboratively with all departments at Woodland Pond Assists in the development of resident and family orientation for new admissions Is a liaison with residents, families, and other departments to support resident engagement and quality of life (*CF) Conducts initial assessments and adheres to Resident Care and Service Plans and dietary orders (*CF) Communicates with family and care givers for support and to foster sense of community Actively participates in activity planning meetings; including presenting a standing report of challenges, successes and recommendations for upcoming events (*CF) Encourages residents to participate in activities based on known specific resident interest levels (*CF) Encourages social exchanges between residents through participation (*CF) Maintains daily resident attendance records Ensures resident newspapers and mail is delivered daily (*CF) Monitors and makes requests for necessary supplies/equipment; organize same and store securely Decorates monthly bulletin board and assists in publicity for events Assists in publicity of activities Contributes to the monthly newsletter Assists in initiating and maintaining personal music equipment for music and memory program Arranges and sets up virtual video calls according to schedule; updates list as needed Understands and follows the process/procedures related to resident outings Assists in the orientation of new volunteers; works collaboratively with same Escorts new Pet Therapy volunteers as directed Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide programming to and communicate with primarily elderly population Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span Ability to assess data reflecting the resident’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each resident’s requirements Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general and professional periodicals and journals Ability to write reports, newsletters, and general correspondence, using standard word processing and publishing software Ability to respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, staff, and the general public Ability to remain calm in all types of situations, including emergencies Must be creative and energetic; willing to work as part of a team Ability to utilize various A/V equipment, computers, and systems as well as baking/cooking equipment to assist in the delivery of activity programming Demonstrate appropriate basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge Availability to work a flexible schedule including regular evening/weekend hours and alternating holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance QualificationsQualificationsHigh school diploma or HSE. Associates Degree preferredCertification as a Dementia Practitioner, or certification in progress is acceptableComputer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office programs.Current CNA certification, preferredMinimum one year related experience, experience working with people with dementia, desiredValid NYS driver’s license

It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $26.43 - $34.93 Hourly Job Shift: Days/Eves Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The LPN is responsible to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern Woodland Pond, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services, Unit Manager and Charge Nurse to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Administrative functions: Notifies the RN on-call, Director of Nursing, and Administrator on call as required (*CF) Participates actively with IDT and follows-through on actions determined by the Team Serves as a resident advocate and ensures resident rights are maintained (*CF) Supports the medical staff Works collaboratively with all departments at Woodland Pond Works with staff in the planning of the units services, programs, and activities (*CF) Ensures consistency between both floors in nursing care (*CF) Ensures staff comply with polices and standards of care (*CF) Ensures completeness of Accident and Incident reports (*CF) Promotes mission and values of Woodland Pond at New Paltz (*CF) Serves as a leader and resource for nursing staff (*CF) Ensures safe quality care is provided to the residents daily, and essential information is communicated to provide appropriate continuity of care from admission to discharge (*CF) Is a liaison with residents, families, and other departments to adequately plan for and provide resident care (*CF) Ensures accurate, appropriate, and complete documentation by all nursing staff Provides medications and treatments as assigned (*CF) Assists with resident cares as needed (*CF) Documents according to policies (*CF) Care Plan, Kardex, MDS: Ensures accuracy of each Effectively communicates the plan of care Ensures that resident care plan is followed Communication: Ensures appropriate and ongoing communication to the resident, family, staff, MD, IDT, etc. Uses communication to enhance quality of resident care and staff working environment Personnel/Staff Development: Responsible for employee praise and discipline as necessary Actively participates with staff education Promotes an environment of learning Conducts routine staff audits to ensure care is being delivered per care plan and medical staff orders Ensures work consistency among staff Promotes a positive, friendly work environment Equipment and Supplies: Ensures appropriate equipment and supplies are available and monitors that supplies are utilized appropriately to avoid waste (*CF) Quality Assurance: Constantly strives to enhance the resident and staff experience Follows Woodland Pond policies and procedures, including HIPAA Immediately reports unusual problem/accident/incident regarding resident care to RN (*CF) Safety/Infection Control: Ensures staff compliance with standards and regulations Reports potential outbreaks and takes appropriate measures to control/eliminate infection control exposures Staffing Coverage: Assists with staffing and finding coverage for call-ins (*CF) Other Specific Requirements: Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and be enthusiastic (*CF) Must work harmoniously with others (*CF) Seeks out new methods and principles to incorporate into the nursing practice Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment (*CF) Able to make independent decisions (*CF) Able to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives policies and procedures necessary to provide quality care (*CF) Promotes teamwork and collaboration among Woodland Pond staff members (*CF) Ongoing Education: Encouraged to pursue ongoing education Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIESMaintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of dutiesWilling to learn and growDemonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviorsAble to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendanceQualificationsLPN graduate of an accredited school of nursing One year of long term care nursing preferredHolds a current, unencumbered LPN license to practice in the State of New YorkValid CPR certificationProficiency with computers and standard office softwareDemonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population