Residential Care Director (RN)

Maine Veterans Homes•South Paris, ME

About The Position

Maine Veterans’ Homes is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead and oversee residential care operations. The Residential Care Director is responsible for the overall operation of the residential care unit, including assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating individualized resident service plans. The role ensures residents receive care and services that support their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, maintain their independence and dignity, and comply with applicable regulations and professional standards. The Director supervises residential care staff and works closely with organizational leadership, residents, families, physicians, social services, and interdisciplinary team members. The position provides leadership and team development, oversees resident care and clinical practices, and supports regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

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.
Promote teamwork, accountability, professional growth, and quality care.
Supervise the RN Supervisor, CRMA, and PSS staff.
Oversee the 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 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.