Director of Nursing, RN

The Director of Nursing, RN is responsible for overseeing the safe and effective delivery of care within a resident-focused memory care community. This leadership role ensures that all health and wellness services align with the highest standards of person-centered care, regulatory compliance, and best practices in dementia care.

Working at Artis Senior Living , you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

DEPARTMENT OVERSIGHT & LEADERSHIP

• Provide oversight of the entire health and wellness department and associates.
• Oversight of resident medication management program.
• Complete the annual performance review for all health and wellness associates in accordance with the annual common review date.
• Provide associate documented counseling when warranted.
• Implement and ensure adherence to programs and activities in accordance with Artis Senior Living policies and procedures, state regulations, and guidelines that govern the community.
• Responsible for timely assessments of potential new resident move-ins, on-site or offsite.
• Maintain policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Health and Wellness department.
• Partner with the Director of Sales and Marketing to build relationships with referral sources and participate in monthly sales presentations, speaking engagements, and sales calls.
• Supervise, recruit, train, and develop department team members to maximize their potential and align with department goals.
• Own the candidate experience for department open positions using the applicant tracking system (ATS) and effective communication.
• Create and implement an onboarding plan for newly hired department associates.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, progress, and updates to keep all team members informed.
• Identifies and monitors department culture so that it promotes employee satisfaction.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and set development plans (if applicable) for direct reports.
• Provide support to associates in the handling of human resource related activities which may include associate questions or concerns, communication and the interpretation of policies and procedures.

RESIDENT WELLBEING & CARE

• Review Resident Care plans with Director of Community Integration (DCI), ensuring each plan best supports the overall well-being of resident needs and engages crossfunctional support.
• Partner with the Director of Culinary Services (DCS) to ensure residents’ nutritional and hydration needs are managed appropriately.
• Collaborate with DCI during resident move-in to orient resident to the community.
• Coordinate annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccine clinics.

COMPLIANCE, SAFETY, ETHICS, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

• Ensure workspace and public areas are neat, orderly and free from environmental hazards.
• Adherence to state regulations, Artis’ policies and procedures, and the rules and requirements outlined in the Artis Associate Handbook.
• Adhere to all infection prevention, OSHA, fire, and safety regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all community residents and team members.
• Observe and follow community policies and procedures regarding resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service.
• Promote a culture of safety, ethics, and compliance within the community.
• Perform any additional duties as requested to support the team and residents.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a current RN licensure from the State Board of Nursing.

Team Member Benefits Include :

• Medical, Dental, Vision - Active the 1st of month following employee's start date.
• 3 weeks PTO, 6 holidays observed through the year. (PTO increases to 4 weeks upon completion of 2 years of service to the company.)
• Principle 401k with 100% employer match, up to 3% of employee's annual contribution.
• LTD, STD, HSA, FSA options available.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 100% tuition reimbursement.