Director of Health Services RN

Ebenezer•Edina, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vernon Terrace of Edina is a vibrant senior living community conveniently located near public transportation and just minutes from St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and Southwest Minneapolis. Our community offers elegant amenities and a welcoming environment where residents and team members truly feel at home. We provide a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care across 142 units. At Vernon Terrace, you’ll find more than a workplace—you’ll find a second family. Our residents are warm and engaging, and our team is known for strong collaboration, mutual support, and celebrating successes together. We are proud to be part of Ebenezer, whose mission is to heal, discover, and educate for longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives. The Director of Health Services (DHS) provides strategic and operational leadership for all nursing services within the community. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, resident-centered care while maintaining regulatory compliance and clinical excellence. The DHS oversees 24/7 nursing operations and leads a team of approximately 25 staff members, including an Assistant DHS, an RN, and Resident Assistants.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with the MN Board of Nursing
Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc, Red Cross or MTN) Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
3 years

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of individualized care plans that support residents’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being
Ensure integration of Honoring Choices (POLST) and adherence to the Resident Bill of Rights
Promote resident and family engagement in care planning and ensure proper documentation
Plan, direct, and implement a comprehensive health services program
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (MN Board of Nursing, Home Care Licensure, HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, Medicaid)
Collaborate with Ebenezer leadership to develop policies aligned with best practices
Monitor clinical outcomes, analyze trends, and implement improvements
Provide leadership and oversight to the nursing department
Foster a strong, team-oriented culture where staff collaborate to solve challenges and celebrate successes
Support professional development and hold leaders accountable to performance expectations
Ensure appropriate staffing models and efficient use of resources
Oversee onboarding, training, and ongoing staff development programs
Partner in budget development and monitor financial performance
Prepare and analyze reports related to staffing, quality, and outcomes
Ensure efficient and compliant medication administration and care delivery
Ensure timely completion of assessments and care plan updates
Coordinate communication across departments (dietary, billing, etc.)
Collaborate with physicians, families, and community resources to support continuity of care
Ensure necessary resources (equipment, medications, supplies) are available
Champion a culture of service excellence through coaching and role modeling
Monitor employee engagement and drive initiatives to enhance satisfaction and retention
Collaborate with leadership on customer feedback systems and service improvements
Partner with the marketing team to support occupancy and outreach efforts
Participate in community engagement, referral development, and family consultations