Resident Care Director

Position Summary:

Assist in assessing resident care needs and implementing appropriate action; implement nursing policies and procedures; supervise staffing for the nursing department; supervise the quality of nursing care provided to the residents; and function as a designated staff person in charge when indicated.

• Direct, evaluate and supervise all resident care
• Interpret existing policy and procedure to nursing staff, resident, families and physicians
• Review documentation on resident admitted and compare physician orders with each resident’s plan of care to assure appropriate implementation of the physician’s plan of care
• Oversee, support, and educate medication aides
• Education and in-service training to nursing staff
• Participate in department head meetings
• Assist new employees in following facility policies and procedures
• Implement and review Individual service plans (care plans) per regulations
• Assess potential or new residents
• Assist with admission and discharge process
• Assist with nursing new hire, yearly training, and evaluations
• Report change in condition of residents to administrator
• Answer business phones
• Tour inquiring individuals
• Answering call bells and respond to alarms
• All other duties assigned

• Assist in the development and updating of each resident care plan (ISP)
• Assist in ensuring compliance with State and Local Regulations
• Chaperone activities outside the facility as needed

• Identify resident issues and communicate them to the Administrator and the resident’s physician
• Keep the environment safe for residents
• Provide one-on-one support/visitation to residents
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention and follow-up
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils

• Maintain professional relationships with all employees
• Maintain good hygiene and a professional appearance

• Contribute to resident satisfaction by ensuring that customer's expectations are met or exceeded
• Maintain efficient and appropriate communication with residents, family members and guests
• Contribute to marketing efforts through appropriate interaction with prospective residents and guests

• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Strong customer orientation to older adults
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend
• Meet the licensing requirements of a licensed nurse (LPN/RN)