Clinical Director, RN

Ecumen; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life & disability insurance

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ecumen Minnesota seeks a Clinical Director to manage the clinical department, oversee licensed nurses and direct care staff, and ensure high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

The role includes onboarding, training, performance management, and survey readiness, while ensuring person-centered care plans and collaboration with families to enhance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing is required.
• RN license in the state of practice is required.
• 3+ years nursing leadership/ senior care experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Proficient with electronic health records systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages the clinical team, creating a culture that promotes team member engagement, development, and belonging.
• Oversees and assists with onboarding, ongoing training, competency evaluations, performance management, and CEU verification for the clinical team.
• Delegates tasks and monitors compliance with quality and regulatory requirements; implements Ecumen policies and SOPs and prepares the team for survey.
• Ensures resident plans of care are person-centered and up to date; engages with residents and families to improve quality and satisfaction; monitors records for quality outcomes and continuity of service delivery.
• Identifies, investigates, and reports concerns to internal partners and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborates with the clinical team to facilitate resident admissions and promote supportive services.
• Works with partners to ensure emergency procedures are in place and the department is prepared for emergencies.
• Manages clinical department expenses and assists in preparing the annual budget to ensure adequate staffing and resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Budgeting familiarity

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

The Clinical Director is responsible for managing the clinical department and ensures that resident needs are met, and care delivery expectations are achieved. This position is responsible for the management and supervision of all licensed nurses and unlicensed direct care team members. This position is also responsible for ensuring departmental compliance, high quality resident care, facility compliance with state and federal regulations, and professional standards of practice.

About Us

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Pay

The targeted annual salary for this job is $95,000 - $115,000 per year. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits

Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well‑being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Leads and manages the clinical team, creating a culture that promotes team member engagement, development, and belonging.
2. Oversees and assists with new hire onboarding, ongoing training, competency evaluations, performance management, and CEU verification for the clinical team.
3. Delegates tasks and monitors compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Implements Ecumen policies and standard operating procedures, ensures departmental compliance, and prepares the team for survey.
4. Ensures resident plans of care are person-centered and up to date. Engages with residents and families to identify methods to enhance quality and satisfaction. Monitors resident records to ensure quality outcomes, consistency, and continuity of service delivery.
5. Identifies, investigates, and promptly reports resident, team member, or facility concerns to the appropriate internal partners and external regulatory bodies.
6. Collaborates with the clinical team and Senior Living Consultant(s) to facilitate resident admissions. Promotes utilization of supportive services including DME, hospice, and home care to support resident needs.
7. Works with internal and external partners to ensure emergency procedures are in place and the clinical department is prepared to respond. Reacts appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills, emerging infectious diseases, and other emergency situations.
8. Manages clinical department expenses and assists in preparing the annual budget to ensure adequate staffing levels and clinical resources.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Driving Requirements

Local Travel Required

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse within the state in which working and must maintain
• Three years of related nursing experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements
• Proficient use of electronic health records systems, software programs, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Active, unencumbered MN Licensed Assisted Living Director, or ability to obtain in 12 months
• 5 years senior care experience
• 3 years nursing leadership experience

Licenses & Certifications

Registered Nurse (required)

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