Director Nursing Services

Lifespace Communities; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities' Waterford community in Juno Beach, FL is hiring a Director of Nursing to lead the nursing department with a clear vision and high standards of care. This role oversees clinical operations, policy development, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to deliver exceptional resident care.

The successful candidate will hold a nursing diploma or ADN, prefer a BSN/MSN, bring 8–10 years in long-term care, and demonstrate strong supervisory leadership with valid RN

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or ADN from an accredited program.
• Bachelor's or master's degree preferred.
• RN license and state licensure required.
• Director of Nursing or Nurse Executive certification preferred.
• 8–10 years of nursing experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and vision to the department by developing objectives, standards, and policy manuals.
• Plan, coordinate and implement nursing objectives and care standards.
• Coordinate nursing services with resident services for continuum of care.
• Oversee assessment, planning, monitoring, and evaluation in case management.
• Organize resident care programs with interdisciplinary teams.
• Foster an environment supporting residents' rights to choose their care.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and enforce department policies.
• Contribute input into budgeting and maintain monthly expense records.
• Guide infection control practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory/leadership

Nursing leadership

Education

Nursing diploma/ADN

BSN/MSN preferred

Job description

Community:

Waterford

Address:

601 Universe BlvdJuno Beach, Florida 33408

Pay Range

$111,700.00-$153,600.00+ Annual

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our best in class Nurse Leadership team as our new Director of Nursing today!

A few details about the role:

• Provide leadership and vision to the department by developing and maintaining departmental objectives, standards of nursing practice and nursing policy, and procedure manuals.
• Plan, coordinate and implement new techniques, nursing objectives and standards of nursing care.
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regime of care and provide direct resident care.
• Oversee and assist in assessment, coordination, planning, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation in case management.
• Organize resident care programs which include the interdisciplinary team, resident care planning team, the restorative care program, and other programs as necessary to provide optimal care.
• Foster an environment which acknowledges and supports each resident and their rights to make choices regarding their surroundings and care.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and enforce department policies.
• Generate input into the budget process and maintain monthly expense records.
• Guide and enforce proper infection control practices.

And here's what you need to apply:

• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor's or master's degree is preferred
• Eight to ten years of nursing experienced in a long-term care facility
• Three years supervisory/leadership experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities preferably in a long-term care facility
• Certifications and Registered Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations
• Certification as a Director of Nursing, Nurse Executive, or Administrator preferred

As part of the hiring process and in accordance with Florida law, healthcare candidates who accept a job offer are required to complete a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. This step is quick, secure, and helps us finalize your employment as smoothly as possible.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer