Director of Nursing

Kisco Senior Living•Louisville, CO

About The Position

The Director of Nursing leads the Assisted Living Program at The Carnegie, ensuring high-quality resident care. The role oversees resident assessments, care levels, medication administration, safety and emergency planning, third-party care coordination, staffing, department budgets, and care-team hiring and training. The Director also works to improve resident and family satisfaction. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The posting lists pay as $120,000–$130,000 per year in the schedule section and $110,000–$135,000 per year, depending on experience, in the benefits section. Employment offers are contingent on successfully passing a drug screen, TB test, and background check.

Requirements

Three to five years of supervisory experience.
Bachelor of Science degree in human services, psychology, nursing, or a related field.
Experience working with seniors.
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
CPR certified.
First Aid certified.
Trained in Universal Precautions.

Nice To Haves

Resident Care Director or Director of Nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Complete accurate and regular resident assessments.
Determine the appropriate level of care.
Maintain resident information, files, and reports.
Supervise and administer resident medications.
Maintain emergency plans and meet safety requirements.
Coordinate care provided by third parties and maintain positive relationships with third-party care providers.
Manage the Assisted Living budget and expenses.
Forecast and schedule staffing levels.
Conduct departmental planning and forecasting.
Hire and train care-team associates.
Manage and improve resident and family satisfaction.