Director of Nursing

Pivotal Health Care•West Des Moines, IA

About The Position

Cedar Ridge Village is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to plan, coordinate, and manage the nursing function in its continuing care retirement community. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care, including a small skilled nursing unit. This role is part of a nurse management team and is primarily scheduled on weekdays, with a predictable on-call rotation and flexibility to balance hours during the week.

Requirements

Registered Nurse from an accredited college.
Current, unencumbered nursing license in the state.
Responsible for maintaining professional licensure and continuing education unit requirements.
At least 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience in a geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

Supervise nursing staff and ensure resident care meets or exceeds regulatory standards.
Oversee the nursing department budget.
Oversee and manage nurse leadership positions in the community, and assist with their duties as needed.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, development, and retention of nursing staff.
May assume responsibility for facility daily operations in the Executive Director’s absence.
Communicate with physicians, residents, and family members about resident health and plans of care.
Ensure nursing staff are trained on new policies and procedures.
Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings.
Complete reports and audits in a timely manner.
Ensure nursing documentation and assessments are completed promptly and in accordance with community policies.
Review restorative nursing procedures for each resident, in collaboration with the MDS Coordinator, to support the highest practical degree of function, self-care, and independence based on resident choice.
Oversee and participate in the nursing on-call rotation.
Promote positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost share for full-time team members.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions for team members and their families.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off.
Holiday premium pay.
Volunteer time off.
Competitive wages and shift differentials.
Referral bonus.
Service award bonus.
Career path development.
Tuition assistance and certification course payment.
Fun and engaging team environment.