Director of Resident Care

The Palace Group • Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Resident Care is responsible for coordinating all aspects of resident care to promote their comfort, safety, physical and mental well-being. This role involves coordinating staff to provide high-quality care on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week. The Director acts as a liaison between residents, their families, staff, and medical practitioners, utilizing excellent nursing professional judgment and outstanding customer service skills.

Requirements

• Florida Registered Nurse.
• At least three years of supervisory experience with a large staff.
• Must be capable of initiating and implementing major decisions.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written in English.
• Must be able to write a budget proposal for nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of an ALF.
• Polite, responsible, outgoing, punctual, quick on the feet and resourceful.
• Flexibility as to work schedule.
• Flexibility is greatly appreciated at times of need or emergency.
• Must be available during emergency situations.
• Can make independent decisions and solve problems.
• Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task and can remain calm while directing other staff in an emergency or crisis situations.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and scheduling of a large nursing staff including the Assistant Director of Resident Care, Night Supervisors, Nursing Assistants and Unit Clerks.
• Ensuring compliance with all established rules, regulations, and standards as required by all licensing authorities.
• Providing educational experiences to keep all staff members informed of new developments within the sphere of care, particularly regarding geriatric care.
• Coordinating all interdepartmental activities.
• Assessing residents for changes in health status.
• Determining appropriate action to be taken during medical emergencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager