Director of Nursing

Springtree Senior Living; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick

Growth Potential

Job summary

Springtree Senior Living in Florida is seeking a Director of Nursing to oversee the Residential Care Department, supervise care staff, and coordinate resident care programs to meet state regulations and company policies.

The ideal candidate will hold an LPN license (preferred), have 2–3 years of supervisory care experience in assisted living or skilled nursing, and be fluent in English. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of supervisory experience in a care setting.
• LPN license preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise resident care staff, provide training, schedule, and evaluate performance.
• Interview residents and coordinate screening, assess care needs.
• Update medical charts and care plans.
• Observe health status and address concerns within scope of practice.
• Notify physician, family and staff about significant changes to health or meds.
• Manage medications, storage, and pharmacy communications.
• Lead orientation and staff education programs.
• Schedule Personal Care Assistants and allocate daily tasks.
• Verify hours and arrange replacement staffing when needed.
• Assess resident needs to inform training priorities and policy adherence.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

English fluency

Education

LPN license

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

We are looking for a Director of Nursing to join our team!

This position will facilitate the successful operation of the Residential Care Department. The Director of Nursing supervises other associates and coordinates Resident Care Programs to comply with state regulations and Company Policy and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise resident care staff, provide training, set and adjust rates of pay and hours of work, provide formal and informal performance feedback, recognize both appropriate and inappropriate behaviors/performances through rewards and discipline, and apportion work among subordinates.
• Interview residents and families prior to admission and coordinate pre-admission screening and assessment. Evaluate resident care needs and determine required level of care upon admission and changes in condition. Maintain clear records of all resident changes, requests, and irregularities.
• Update medical charts and care plan.
• Observe residents' health status and take actions to address concerns within scope of practice.
• Record and notify Executive Director, physician, pharmacist, and family of any significant changes to resident's health status and/or reactions to drugs, treatments, or significant incidents.
• Order medications from pharmacy, maintain records, and ensure that medications are properly stored and cared for
• Implement orientation and education programs that explain the philosophy of service in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures.
• Schedule Personal Care Assistants, develop daily tasks, and make assignments.
• Verify employee hours on timecards and payroll reports and arrange replacement staffing when necessary.
• Monitor associates in administration of mediation, including frequent audits of medication records. Interview and test job applicants.
• Continually assess resident needs in relation to associate training needs to determine priorities in designing an ongoing orientation program.

Requirements

• Valid LPN in good standing. (preferred)
• This position also requires 2-3 years of supervisory experience, prior care experience in an assisted living community or skilled nursing facility, and valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Able to speak, read, write and understand the English language fluently.

Why join us?

We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

EEOC Statement

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.