Memory Care Nursing Director - Clinical Leader

Silverado; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance and Discount

Job summary

Silverado in Encinitas, California, seeks a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead clinical operations in a premier memory care environment. The role blends clinical expertise with strategic leadership to elevate resident well-being and staff performance.

The successful candidate will oversee scheduling, training, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while fostering a compassionate, team-driven culture. Excellent communication and commitment to memory care are essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in California
• Proven leadership experience in senior/long-term care
• Strong supervisory and coaching skills
• Comfortable working with memory-impaired residents and animals
• Willingness to work outside regular hours as needed
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical liaison between residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators
• Evaluate nurse performance and implement best practices to uphold care standards
• Develop short- and long-term goals for staffing, procedures, and clinical operations
• Ensure the Resident Care Director effectively manages scheduling, onboarding, and training
• Monitor departmental expenses and maintain budgetary oversight
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Skills

RN license

Clinical leadership

Staff coaching

Communication

Job description

Silverado in Encinitas, California, seeks a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead clinical operations in a premier memory care environment. The role blends clinical expertise with strategic leadership to elevate resident well-being and staff performance.

The successful candidate will oversee scheduling, training, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while fostering a compassionate, team-driven culture. Excellent communication and commitment to memory care are essential.