Director of Health Services - Registered Nurse

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of new and existing residents to identify healthcare needs, preferences, and goals.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized, person-centered care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date nursing documentation in compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
• Ensure the facility adheres to all state and federal regulations, healthcare standards, and best practices.
• Oversee the Health Service Department, completing audits of medication administration for compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Absorb and assist staff with medication management processes, ensuring the safe and accurate delivery of prescribed treatments and medications.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and support to medication and care staff.
• Assist with training on nursing protocols, medication administration, and emergency procedures.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability and communication.
• Foster open communication with residents, families, staff, and outside providers to ensure coordinated, collaborative care for residents in our community.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and family care conferences to discuss residents’ progress and concerns.
• Coordinate with outside providers, including physicians, therapists, and hospitals, to ensure continuity of care and address any special healthcare needs.
• Handle dynamic and evolving healthcare situations by applying critical thinking skills and effectively responding to emergencies both in person and remotely, addressing changes in resident health, and staff challenges.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing care delivery, resident satisfaction, and staff engagement.
• Assist in monitoring key performance indicators and identifying areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.
• BSN preferred.
• Nursing experience in assisted living, Alzheimer/dementia, long term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
• Thorough knowledge of CMS and State Regulations regarding patient care in an ALF/IL/MC facility.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Maintain and have an active CPR/First Aid Certificate during employment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of CMS and State Regulations regarding patient care in an ALF/IL/MC facility.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations and compliance requirements.

Benefits

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.