Director of Nursing AL

Cogir Management, USA•Vancouver, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. As a leader in senior housing, Cogir is dedicated to growth and maintaining a commitment to exceptional resident care and a supportive, growth-focused environment for its team members. The company's culture is rooted in human focus, creativity, and excellence. The Director of Nursing (DON) oversees all aspects of resident care and clinical services within the community, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance with state regulations. This leadership role guides the care team and fosters a supportive environment for residents, families, and staff.

Requirements

A degree in nursing and an RN nursing license in good standing.
Current state-required certifications, such as First Aid, CPR, and any other applicable credentials.
At least three (3) years of experience in an Assisted Living/Memory Care setting is required.
At least two (2) years in a supervisory/management role; experience with budgets, staff development, training, and scheduling.
Proficient in computer literacy and good knowledge of the Microsoft suite.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and overtime to meet the position's requirements, with the capacity to be on-call 24/7.
Meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework in management is an asset.
Experience in Memory Care is preferred.
Outstanding organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Foster a resident-centered approach to planning and delivering services, supporting residents' rights to participate in decision-making and treating residents with dignity and respect.
Assess residents' health, functional, and psychosocial status; initiate individualized service plans; proactively manage care and services for each resident; and maximize their opportunities to remain in the assisted living or memory care environment.
Establish and maintain the medication program.
Oversee all hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment of licensed nursing staff (including Health and Wellness Director, Wellness Nurses), Resident Care Coordinator, and Medication Techs.
Provide hands-on training, supervision, and staff development.
Communicate regularly with residents' families regarding healthcare needs, changes in condition, and address family concerns.
Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, in accordance with company, Federal, State, and local requirements.
Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
Participate in the on-call rotation for nursing and clinical questions and emergencies. On-call responsibilities are shared with the Health and Wellness Director, who manages staffing-related issues.