Director of Nursing - Assisted Living (RN)

Elderwood Administrative Services; Bellevue (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga is seeking an accomplished, people-centered RN to lead Resident Care Services and the community’s nursing operations. This full-time on-site DON role requires clinical oversight, regulatory readiness, and collaboration with the Administrator to support residents’ safety, independence, and quality of life in a 77-bed setting.

Qualifications include NY RN license, 2+ years supervisory nursing, EMR proficiency, and strong communication with families and

Qualifications

• Current license and registration to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State.
• At least two years of supervisory nursing experience.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and standard computer applications.
• Ability to participate in the facility’s on-call program, including working onsite during off-hours.
• Experience leading staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Direct Resident Care Services and oversee the quality and consistency of care provided by nursing and resident-care employees.
• Evaluate prospective residents before admission and determine whether their needs can be safely and appropriately supported.
• Complete admission and readmission assessments.
• Review medical and social histories, physician orders, hospital information, and transfer documentation.
• Monitor resident status and ensure changes in condition are recognized, communicated, documented, and addressed.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers, pharmacies, hospitals, families, and other care partners.
• Promote resident rights, dignity, independence, preferences, and quality of life.

Education

RN license NY state

UAS-PRI certification

EMR proficiency

Job description

Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga is seeking an accomplished, people-centered RN to lead Resident Care Services and the community’s nursing operations. This full-time on-site DON role requires clinical oversight, regulatory readiness, and collaboration with the Administrator to support residents’ safety, independence, and quality of life in a 77-bed setting.

Qualifications include NY RN license, 2+ years supervisory nursing, EMR proficiency, and strong communication with families and