Nursing Director: Lead Quality Care & Compliance

Sweetwater Care; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks an experienced RN to oversee the Nursing Services, ensuring 24-hour supervision and adherence to physician orders and regulatory standards. The role directs the Nursing Department and coordinates resident care plans with the management team.

The ideal candidate will hold an RN license in Colorado with an associate or bachelor's degree, plus two years of nursing supervision and five years in long‑term or acute care. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the state practised (Colorado).
• Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; two years supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and management of Nursing Services for residents.
• Ensure 24-hour supervision and quality standards per regulations.
• Direct Nursing Department to align with physician orders and care policies.
• Participate in admissions decisions and coordinate resident care plans.
• Communicate policies to staff and monitor implementation.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Policy interpretation

Care planning

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor Degree in nursing

Job description

Sweetwater Care seeks an experienced RN to oversee the Nursing Services, ensuring 24-hour supervision and adherence to physician orders and regulatory standards. The role directs the Nursing Department and coordinates resident care plans with the management team.

The ideal candidate will hold an RN license in Colorado with an associate or bachelor's degree, plus two years of nursing supervision and five years in long‑term or acute care. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.