Health Services Director (CA)

Aegis Living•Fremont, CA

About The Position

The Health Services Director (HSD) at the Fremont, California community is an integral member of the management team, providing health care leadership and expertise to promote an environment of optimal living for residents. The HSD reports directly to the General Manager and collaborates closely with the community Marketing Director and Care Director to support the well-being of residents and families. The role also works with the Vice President of Nursing and Care, Regional Nursing Leaders, and Vice Presidents of Operations to ensure alignment with Áegis care expectations. The position provides nursing leadership in a community serving assisted living and memory care residents, including residents with fragile health needs. Responsibilities include resident care, nursing leadership, and regulatory safety and compliance. Schedule: full time.

Requirements

Hold a current and valid state-approved Registered Nurse license.
Have at least 3 years of experience delivering quality care in a primary care or other preventive care environment, including at least 1 year of charge nurse, nursing supervisor, or other team leadership experience.
Have expertise in current safety and infection control practices.
Have experience building and leading effective nursing teams, including hiring, training, and development.
Demonstrate organization and administrative skills using Microsoft Office and other software applications, including electronic medical records.
Demonstrate aptitude for cross-functional collaboration and achieving successful outcomes for all parties.
Meet all health requirements, including acceptable TB screening results, and state requirements for criminal background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience in geriatric nursing or gerontology, including education in the aging process, memory decline, and related behavior management is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership to the nursing team in managing nursing care for assisted living and memory care residents.
Create care plans and oversee clinical charting.
Work directly with residents’ families and physicians.
Provide community leadership and coach employees on appropriate care of assisted living and memory care residents.
Contribute health care leadership and expertise as a member of the community management team.
Collaborate with the General Manager, Marketing Director, Care Director, and regional and corporate nursing and operations leaders to align with care expectations.