Nursing Services Leader for Elder Care Excellence

Paramount Care Centers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401k plan

Job summary

Paramount Care Centers seeks a seasoned Director of Nursing Services to lead and oversee all nursing operations in our Philadelphia facility. You will set policy, drive quality care, supervise nursing staff, coordinate with medical teams, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining compassionate resident-focused care.

Applicants should hold an RN license (PA), have at least five years of clinical experience with two years in long-term care supervision, and preferably a BSN.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current RN licensure by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Minimum of five years full-time clinical experience, with at least two years in nursing supervision in a long-term care setting.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements nursing philosophy, objectives, policies, and standards.
• Monitors nursing care to ensure kindness, dignity, and respect for all residents.
• Manages and updates nursing department policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.
• Conducts daily rounds, reviews resident progress notes, and ensures care plan implementation.
• Collaborates with the Administrator on budget development and control for nursing services.
• Maintains strong relationships with medical staff, residents, families, and the community.
• Provides direction to nursing staff through policies, meetings, and memos.
• Participates in facility committees (e.g., Patient Care Policy, Infection Control, Quality Improvement).
• Assesses potential residents' care needs relative to facility capabilities.
• Coordinates infection control procedures and ensures staff training.
• Ensures adequate nursing equipment and supplies.
• Notifies physicians and families of significant changes in resident health.
• Determines staffing needs, coordinates schedules, and recruits/hires professional nursing personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, provides counseling, and addresses disciplinary matters.
• Prioritizes resident safety, adhering to all legal, health, and safety codes.
• Ensures residents and families receive high‑quality, compassionate service.
• Remains on call for emergencies 24 hours a day.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Paramount Care Centers seeks a seasoned Director of Nursing Services to lead and oversee all nursing operations in our Philadelphia facility. You will set policy, drive quality care, supervise nursing staff, coordinate with medical teams, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining compassionate resident-focused care.

Applicants should hold an RN license (PA), have at least five years of clinical experience with two years in long-term care supervision, and preferably a BSN.