Nurse Director

Atria Senior Living • MA-Falmouth, MA

2d

About The Position

The Nurse Director oversees resident services in an assisted living community, including staffing, resident assessments and service plans, medication systems, regulatory compliance, and department operations within budget. The role serves as a contact for resident-care issues and works with the Life Guidance Director on clinical matters, staff supervision, medication management, and training. The Nurse Director also communicates with residents, families, physicians, department heads, and the Executive Director, and supports the community’s hospitality, leasing, and sales processes. Driving a company or personal vehicle may be required depending on community needs. The stated salary range is $95,000 to $109,250 per year, depending on prior work history and experience.

Requirements

• Be a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or licensed vocational nurse licensed to practice as required by state regulations.
• Experience in direct patient care and in assessing and observing clinical conditions.
• Experience recruiting, training, and managing people in the healthcare field.
• Experience at a department-head level in Assisted Living or a related industry.
• CPR certification and knowledge of basic first aid.
• Experience coordinating educational events.
• Successfully complete Atria Medication Management training and all Atria-specified training programs.
• Complete all state-required training to maintain licensure or certification.
• Ability to work flexible hours due to position demands.
• Valid driver’s license and compliance with Atria motor vehicle policy standards; driving responsibilities may involve a company-provided or personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, develop, and schedule resident services staff in accordance with Atria policies, procedures, and standards.
• Establish and maintain a medication system compliant with applicable state, federal, and company requirements.
• Perform resident assessments and reassessments and establish appropriate service plans.
• Operate the Resident Services Department within budget and according to Atria policies, procedures, and standards.
• Complete daily Quality Enhancement reviews to assess compliance with state regulations and Atria policies.
• Serve as a contact for resident-care issues within the community.
• Ensure adherence to company policy, State Health and Safety Codes, and federal regulations for assisted living communities.
• Schedule and supervise staff and provide staffing coverage when needed.
• Administer medications as permitted by state guidelines when required.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living as needed.
• Train and orient new assisted living staff and provide ongoing training to current staff.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with residents, families, department heads, resident services staff, and the Executive Director.
• Support hospitality, leasing, and sales processes by promoting a positive image of Atria.
• Partner with the Life Guidance Director to maintain community and professional ties with clinical and non-clinical contacts.
• Partner with the Life Guidance Director on resident-care issues and the supervision, development, and scheduling of staff.
• Partner with the Life Guidance Director to establish and maintain a compliant medication system and to provide staff training and orientation.
• Deliver and attend required training for self and employee partners.
• Maintain positive relations with residents’ families and physicians and maintain active community and professional ties.
• Drive a company vehicle from the community to social or other destinations if required by the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and vision coverage options
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) employer match
• Career development, including tuition reimbursement for US-based communities, professional training programs, and mentoring opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral programs
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed