Health Services Director RN

Senior Living Health Services Director (RN)

Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is seeking a Health Services Director at Murano Senior Living.

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.

• Hire, train, manage, evaluate, discipline, and terminate all Nurses and Medication Assistants.
• Determine adequate staffing levels and prepare staffing schedules using approved tools.
• Replace absent Team Members as required per resident care and facility needs.
• Ensure proper training and certification of all Nurses and Medication Assistants per Merrill Gardens, state, and local guidelines.
• Mentor Team Members using the electronic care system.
• Supervise Nurses and Medication Assistants to evaluate performance on an ongoing basis to ensure residents receive appropriate care.
• Provide staff in-service training, as indicated by the facility and resident needs, to ensure Team Members have received necessary training for accurate resident care.

• Adhere to budgetary guidelines established by Merrill Gardens.
• Provide General Manager with weekly status reports on all AL residents.
• Maintain all resident records and department documentation.
• Audit AL services for regulatory compliance.
• Review and verify that Nurses and Medication Assistants are using the time clock appropriately and taking breaks per policy and regulations.
• Respond quickly to all emergency situations, including but not limited to:
  • Assisting in fire control and resident evacuation procedures during fire/disaster.
  • Ensuring care personnel know actions to be taken during fire/disaster.
  • Perform CPR as necessary.
• Meet continuing education requirements for state licensing and registration.
• Provide additional management reports as required.
• Ensure the AL work area, which may include offices, medication rooms, etc., is clean and orderly.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Current RN licensure, as specified by state agency, preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state.
• Complete all Dementia training required by state regulations within 6 months of hire date if applicable.

• 3 years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Assisted Living, geriatric nursing, or gerontology and dementia care.
• Experience in medication administration and hands‑on personal care preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in budgeting and cost control.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.