Director of Nursing - Assisted Living

Thecommonsinlincoln; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living organization is seeking a compassionate Director of Nursing to manage the care team and ensure compliance with care regulations. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and access to a variety of benefits, including health and wellness programs, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Benefits

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

Discounted Meal Program

Associate Referral Bonus Program, up to $1,500

Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits; no enrollment waiting period

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a care setting.
• Knowledge of Dementia care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hiring, training, and management of the community care team.
• Ensure compliance with resident care regulations.
• Document and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Compassion

Leadership

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, 35 Hamden Hills Drive, Hamden, Connecticut, United States of America Req #2743

Monday, May 19, 2025

Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that surrounds them. Our diverse and skilled workforce takes immense pride in a shared commitment: a devotion to providing caring and dedicated service. In our supportive environment, associates can learn and grow. With professional and personal training programs, as well as education for career advancement, we empower associates to explore their interests, feed their passion, and pursue growth opportunities. We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors!

We are seeking a compassionate and caring Director of Nursing to oversee hiring, training, and management of our community care team. This role will also serve as the liaison with family members, community agencies, physicians, and outside care providers.

Responsibilities

• Assuring compliance with all resident care related regulations (e.g., medication management, resident assessments, care plans)
• Documenting and providing accurate record-keeping, as appropriate
• Demonstrating personal/resident safety methods and procedures
• Representing Benchmark Senior Living with pride and knowledge to educate outside groups and organizations

Requirements

• Being a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a care setting; Assisted Living/Home Care or Hospice setting experience a plus
• Knowledge of Dementia care a plus

As a community leader at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
• Discounted Meal Program
• Associate Referral Bonus Program, up to $1,500
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits; no enrollment waiting period
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, 35 Hamden Hills Drive, Hamden, Connecticut, United States of America