Director of Nursing (DON)

Overview: The Director of Nursing RN/LPN oversees all medical and care needs for the residents.

The director oversees all Department Staff.

Ensures overall mission of Regency Senior Living is fulfilled.

Responsibilities: Nursing: * Maintains weekly QA and Incident Report Logs for the State of AL * Conducts and Maintains Quarterly Care Plans for all residents * Responsible for quarterly Level of Care assessments for all residents * Oversees monthly weight records of all residents * Conducts comprehensive resident assessments (home visits, if necessary) * Ensures all documentation is complete prior to new residents moving in * Ensure EMAR meets required regulations, collaborates with pharmacy to ensure compliance * Participate in monthly clinical conference calls * Conduct random chart reviews * Co-ordinate with our Medical Director * Communicate and develop relationships with residents family members and POA * Maintain relationships with home health agencies/ hospice * Responsible for ordering medical supplies for department * Required to be on call for any medical emergency * May be required to assist with medication distribution * Responsible for ordering supplies * Collaborates and partners with physicians, pharmacy, and other medical personnel to promote quality care * Ensures compliance and staffs understanding of company policy and procedure * Complete/record incident reports in appropriate record system * Additional Duties as assigned Caregivers: * Partners with Executive Director on recruiting, hiring, training, in-service, and separation for all department staff.

* Reviewing am/pm any new applicants in Healthsource with immediate follow up via phone/text/email * Responsible for on boarding reviews for all Department Staff * Manages the staff work Schedule * Creates residents laundry, showers, and room cleaning schedules for Caregivers to follow * Conducts a bi-monthly employee in-service as needed * Listens to all staff grievances or personal concerns, strong interpersonal skills.

* Conducts periodic reviews as needed and annual reviews for all staff Required Skills, Education, and Experience: * Graduated Nursing School as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and has passed Board Tests, maintain current Nursing licensing * Must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with other coworkers and relate well with authority figures * Must be passionate about seniors * Able to work with seniors ranging from independent to those requiring assistance with physical and cognitive impairments * Requires frequent sitting, standing, bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, pushing, and walking.

* Must Present a neat, clean, and professional appearance and demonstrate a positive and cheerful attitude towards other associates and residents and their families * Must understand that they are subject to exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious substances * Strong administrative skills, coaching, and strategic planning required * Minimum 3 years supervising position experience in senior living or comparable experience * Quality Assurance / Improvement and staff development experience * Ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, and work overtime as needed * Exhibit good time management and organization skills * Possess the ability to handle complex issues * Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook * Work with Integrity and Humility, and Strive for Excellence * Serves on leadership team and rotates as MOD