Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

Arvum Senior Living – part of the Discovery Senior Living family, managing assisted living and memory care communities across Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin.

Compensation &

Incentives:

$7,500 sign‑on bonus. Eligible for up to 10% of annual salary through community bonus program.

• Ensure community follows all federal, state, local laws and regulations as they pertain to clinical care.
• Collect, analyze, and report occurrence trends; develop and implement improvement plans as needed.
• Partner with Administrator and team members to analyze and maintain resident and team member health safety.
• Collaborate with pharmacy consultant to provide optimal pharmaceutical services to residents.
• Provide clinical expertise to licensed nurses and oversee clinical staff scheduling.
• Assist with educational presentations as assigned by administrator.
• Identify ongoing needs and services of residents through assessment/service plan process, including documentation for changes in health care status.
• Oversee completion of monthly updates and report any pertinent changes.
• Coordinate with department coordinators to review and discuss potential changes in service/medication levels.
• Ensure service plans are updated according to state regulations.
• Participate in community awareness activities and community relations.
• Maintain communication with residents’ families and responsible parties regarding changes in care or health concerns.
• Inform Business Office of fee changes related to care needs.
• Schedule clinical staff on a monthly basis.
• Ensure adequate clinical supplies are available.
• Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Provide supervision to LPNs, Certified Nursing Assistants, and others as assigned to ensure consistent delivery of high‑quality care.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must:

• Have a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing; RN preferred.
• Have one year in a nursing leadership role; senior living experience preferred.
• Hold BSL certification.
• Possess strong communication skills, including ability to speak the primary language of residents.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office and other relevant computer applications.
• Have ability to read, interpret, and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Show interest in working with a senior population and be courteous and friendly toward residents, guests, and staff.
• Demonstrate compliance with state regulations and ability to respond promptly to resident needs.

• Work primarily indoors in a climate‑controlled setting.
• May be exposed to blood, body fluids, chemicals, unpleasant odors, and hazardous materials as applicable.

Stand and walk regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift or move up to 50 lbs; up to 100 lbs with assistance. Push up to 350 lbs (wheelchair). Requires clear near and distance vision.

Discovery offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program, and accident insurance policies.

EOE D/V. No agencies. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Contact the community directly with questions.