Resident Services Director | Nursing Unit Leader

Munis Self Service; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

paid time off and holidays

retirement plans

Job summary

City of Portland seeks a Resident Services Director to oversee 24-hour operations of a Barron Center unit. Reporting to Nursing Services, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver resident-centered care and mentor staff.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, maintain a safe environment, and foster strong relationships with families, while guiding quality improvement and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Maine and graduation from an approved school of nursing.
• Gerontology education is preferred but not required.
• Experience in management and supervision in long-term care is required.
• Ability to make independent decisions as circumstances dictate.
• Excellent oral and written skills and ability to work tactfully with staff, residents, families and the public.
• Ability to supervise, educate, orient and mentor staff and foster a respectful workplace.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to provide direct resident services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the leadership rotation.
• Drive quality improvement and infection prevention initiatives.
• Resolve clinical or family concerns to maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Mentoring staff

Decision making

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Nursing degree

Gerontology education preferred

Job description

City of Portland seeks a Resident Services Director to oversee 24-hour operations of a Barron Center unit. Reporting to Nursing Services, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver resident-centered care and mentor staff.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, maintain a safe environment, and foster strong relationships with families, while guiding quality improvement and clinical excellence.