Director of Health Services (DON)

WesleyLife•Washington, IA

73d•$89,107•Onsite

About The Position

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution! Halcyon House is located in the heart of Washington and offers living arrangements including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. No matter where you live at Halcyon House, you'll find the same attention to detail and commitment to service throughout our community. We offer a vibrant social life for our residents and an outstanding culture for our employees. As a Director of Healthcare Services with Halcyon House, you will: Plan, develop, organize and provide leadership to the services of the nursing department. Ensure all compliance pieces are being met. Develop, advocate and model the creation of a home for those living within Halcyon House's health center. Enable and support independence by approaching each resident on an individualized basis and coaching all team members to build relationships, identify preferences and act based upon that person's specific needs. Guides, mentors and coaches all team members in the art of delivering high quality clinical care within a non-institutionalized environment. Ensure residents and family members receive the appropriate services and levels of care at all times and coordinate care across a variety of services to ensure smooth handoffs to over services Lead and direct the nursing department to ensure process efficiency, appropriate staffing standards, team member safety, budgetary compliance, and clinical quality. Educate and provide coaching in implementing appropriate plans of action to achieve deficiency-free surveys and to meet or exceed survey and inspection standards while still working toward the de-institutionalized model of long-term care. Collaborate with the team to assist in maintaining health center occupancy levels, including pre-admission screenings and discharge planning.

Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Iowa, graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Minimum 3-5 years of nursing leadership experience, preferably in a geriatric or long-term care setting.
Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations, quality assurance, compliance, and clinical practices.
Collaborative leader with the ability to build partnerships across departments and with external agencies.
Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and skilled in effective delegation.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize and provide leadership to the services of the nursing department.
Ensure all compliance pieces are being met.
Develop, advocate and model the creation of a home for those living within Halcyon House's health center.
Enable and support independence by approaching each resident on an individualized basis and coaching all team members to build relationships, identify preferences and act based upon that person's specific needs.
Guides, mentors and coaches all team members in the art of delivering high quality clinical care within a non-institutionalized environment.
Ensure residents and family members receive the appropriate services and levels of care at all times and coordinate care across a variety of services to ensure smooth handoffs to over services
Lead and direct the nursing department to ensure process efficiency, appropriate staffing standards, team member safety, budgetary compliance, and clinical quality.
Educate and provide coaching in implementing appropriate plans of action to achieve deficiency-free surveys and to meet or exceed survey and inspection standards while still working toward the de-institutionalized model of long-term care.
Collaborate with the team to assist in maintaining health center occupancy levels, including pre-admission screenings and discharge planning.

Benefits

Pay range: Starting at $89,107 (based on experience)
DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it - instantly access your earnings before payday
Flexible Scheduling: We work with your needs and schedule
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
Discounted wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
35% discount on team member meals
Half-off salon services
Pickleball courts
Fishing on campus
Referral Bonus Program - bring your friends and earn rewards
Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support