Health Services Director RN

Merrill Gardens; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off - holidays & vacation

Meal provided daily

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merrill Gardens is seeking an experienced Senior Living Health Services Director (RN) in Seattle to lead nursing and medication assistant teams, ensure high-quality resident care, and uphold regulatory standards.

The role demands RN licensure, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and strong budgeting, staffing, and training skills; perform in-service trainings and emergency response as needed. Excellent benefits and growth opportunities accompany this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure as specified by state.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state.
• Completion of Dementia training required by state regulations within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, manage, evaluate, disciplining, and terminating all Nurses and Medication Assistants.
• Determine adequate staffing levels and prepare staffing schedules using approved tools.
• Replace absent team members per resident care and facility needs.
• Ensure proper training and certification of all Nurses and Medication Assistants as required by Merrill Gardens and state/local guidelines.
• Mentor team members using electronic care system.
• Provide staff in-service training to meet resident needs and ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing management

Staff scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Resident care

Education

RN license

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Senior Living Health Services Director (RN)

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for eligible new hires. Bonus paid according to company policy; eligibility requirements apply.

Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities , a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, has an opportunity for an extraordinary Health Services Director at Murano Senior Living.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Health Services Directors (RNs) are responsible for:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for hiring, training, managing, evaluating, disciplining, and terminating all Nurses and Medication Assistants.
• Determines adequate staffing levels and prepares staffing schedules using approved tools.
• Replaces absent Team Members as required per resident care and facility needs.
• Ensures proper training and certification of all Nurses and Medication Assistants as required by Merrill Gardens and state and local guidelines.
• Mentors Team Members using electronic care system.
• Supervises Nurses and Medication Assistants to evaluate performance on an ongoing basis to ensure residents receive appropriate care.
• Provides staff in-service training, as indicated by the facility and resident needs, to ensure Team
• Members have received training necessary to accomplish their assignments and provide accurate resident care.

Administration:

• Adheres to budgetary guidelines established by Merrill Gardens.
• Provides General Manager with weekly status reports on all AL residents.
• Maintains all resident records and department documentation.
• Audits AL services for regulatory compliance.
• Reviews and verifies all Nurses and Medication Assistants are using the time clock appropriately and taking breaks as indicated by policy and regulations.
• Responds quickly to all emergency situations, including but not limited to:
  • Assisting in fire control and resident evacuation procedures during fire/disaster,
  • Ensuring care personnel know actions to be taken during fire/disaster,
  • Perform CPR as necessary.
• Meets continuing education requirements when necessary for state licensing/registration.
• Provides additional management reports as required
• Ensures the AL work area, which may include offices, medication rooms, etc., are clean and orderly.

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned.

If you are someone with:

Education:

• Current RN licensure, as specified by state agency, preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state.
• Completion of all Dementia training required by state regulations within 6 months of hire date if applicable.

Experience:

• 3-years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Assisted Living, geriatric nursing, or gerontology and dementia care.
• Experience in medication administration and hands-on personal care preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in budgeting and cost control.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer