Residential Care Director (RN)
About The Position
Maine Veterans’ Homes is seeking a Residential Care Director (RN) to lead and oversee residential care operations. The role is responsible for the overall operation of the residential care unit, including assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating individualized resident service plans. It ensures residents receive care and services that support their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, maintain their independence and dignity, and meet applicable regulations and professional standards. The Residential Care Director directly supervises residential care staff and works closely with organizational leadership, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support exceptional outcomes. The position provides leadership and team development, oversees clinical care and resident services, and ensures regulatory compliance and quality improvement. Maine Veterans’ Homes describes the role as an opportunity to support its mission of caring for Maine’s Veterans and their families.
Requirements
- Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maine.
- Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience.
- Strong knowledge of residential care practices and applicable regulations.
- Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate nursing and healthcare teams.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Five or more years of clinical nursing experience.
- Long-term care experience.
- Experience in geriatrics, dementia care, and residential care settings.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary teams and developing care plans.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, direction, and support to residential care staff.
- Hire, train, coach, and develop team members.
- Complete performance evaluations and support employee recognition initiatives.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and quality care.
- Supervise the RN Supervisor, CRMA, and PSS staff.
- Oversee delivery of high-quality resident care and services.
- Develop and evaluate individualized resident service plans.
- Monitor resident needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Ensure residents receive personal care, medications, nutrition, and services in a safe environment.
- Collaborate with physicians, families, social services, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in admissions, discharge planning, and resident care coordination.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and VA regulations and Maine Veterans’ Homes policies.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and resident records.
- Oversee required documentation, including MDS assessments, resident status reports, and progress notes.
- Complete quality audits related to medications, treatments, and resident care practices.
- Promote continuous improvement in resident outcomes and care delivery.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
