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Heritage Senior Living lists this Director of Nursing | Director of Clinical Services | Health and Wellness Director | RN opportunity in town of hartland, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Nursing | Director of Clinical Services | Health and Wellness Director | RNHeritage Lake Country Senior LivingStarting Wage: $100,000 | Sign-On Bonus $10,000Lead with compassion. Develop a great care team. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.Heritage Senior Living is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly organized Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical services and resident care within one of our senior living communities.Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Nursing is a key member of the community leadership team and is responsible for overseeing resident care, clinical documentation, medication management, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, caregiver/CNA development, and clinical quality.This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse leader who enjoys building relationships with residents and families, developing strong care teams, and creating systems that support exceptional resident outcomes.What You'll DoLead Resident Care & Clinical ServicesYou'll help ensure every resident receives individualized, compassionate care based on their needs and preferences.Complete clinical assessments and required documentation for prospective and new residentsCoordinate resident admissions and ensure required medical documentation is completed prior to move-inDevelop Individual Service Plans (ISPs) within required timeframes and update them based on scheduled reviews or changes in conditionConduct regular resident wellness visits and monitor changes in health or functional statusCoordinate ISP and care-planning meetings with residents, families, and appropriate team membersPartner with residents and families to ensure medical and wellness needs are appropriately addressedTrack physician appointments and serve as a liaison between residents, families, providers, and community staffCommunicate changes in resident condition, medications, treatments, or services to appropriate team membersHelp ensure dietary, clinical, and other special resident needs are identified and communicated before move-inOversee Medication ManagementMedication safety is an important component of this leadership role.Oversee the community's medication management programConduct routine medication and documentation auditsMonitor Medication Administration Records (MARs) and related clinical documentationEnsure medication orders are accurately received, documented, and communicatedMonitor medication availability and help ensure medications are ordered and available when neededEducate and train authorized employees regarding medication administration policies and proceduresMonitor medication errors, identify trends, and implement corrective action when appropriateCoordinate periodic reviews of psychotropic medications and resident needs with appropriate healthcare providersEnsure medication and treatment changes are communicated promptly to caregivers/CNAsDevelop & Support the Care TeamGreat resident care starts with a confident, knowledgeable, and supported team.Provide clinical leadership, supervision, coaching, and education to caregivers/CNAs and other applicable clinical team membersAssess employee competencies and identify opportunities for additional training and developmentParticipate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training care team membersPartner with the Executive Director to develop and maintain appropriate staffing schedulesProvide ongoing education regarding resident care, medication administration, infection prevention, documentation, and regulatory requirementsAddress clinical performance concerns and reinforce accountability for established care standardsProvide appropriate oversight to LPNs serving in management rolesFoster a collaborative, respectful, and resident-centered care environmentMaintain Clinical Quality & ComplianceYou'll provide clinical leadership to help ensure the community meets applicable regulatory and company standards.Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable federal, Wisconsin, and company regulations, policies, and proceduresEnsure clinical practices and documentation meet applicable regulatory requirementsReview daily clinical documentation, reports, and resident concernsMonitor and investigate resident incidents and accidents and ensure appropriate follow-upOversee infection prevention and control practicesMonitor infection trends and implement interventions when appropriateAssist with applicable OSHA and workplace safety requirementsConduct routine clinical audits and implement corrective action when opportunities for improvement are identifiedMaintain accurate, timely, and complete resident recordsSupport the community during regulatory inspections and surveysPartner With Residents, Families & ProvidersThe Director of Nursing is an important resource for residents and their families throughout their senior living journey.Build positive, trusting relationships with residents and familiesCommunicate resident health concerns and changes in condition promptly and professionallyCollaborate with physicians, pharmacies, hospitals, hospice, home health, therapy providers, and other healthcare partnersHelp residents and families navigate changes in care needsParticipate in resident and family meetings as appropriateServe as a knowledgeable clinical resource for community leadership and employeesAssist with prospective resident inquiries and community tours when neededWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for a nurse leader who combines strong clinical judgment with compassionate leadership.The ideal candidate enjoys being visible throughout the community and is comfortable moving between resident care, family communication, employee coaching, clinical documentation, compliance, and problem-solving.Successful candidates will demonstrate:A genuine passion for serving older adultsStrong clinical judgment and decision-making skillsCompassionate and resident-centered leadershipExcellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in resident conditionStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentEffective coaching, training, and employee-development skillsAbility to manage conflict and communicate complex clinical issues professionallyA commitment to quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvementAbility to collaborate effectively with residents, families, employees, providers, and community leadershipQualificationsGraduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent Wisconsin nursing license in good standingAt least one year of nursing experience working with older adults preferredAssisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or other long-term care experience strongly preferredPrevious supervisory or nursing leadership experience preferredWorking knowledge of dementia and memory care preferredStrong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applicationsPointClickCare experience is a plusAbility to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAbility to meet applicable pre-employment and ongoing requirements established by state and federal regulationsWhy Heritage Senior Living?At Heritage Senior Living, nursing leadership is about more than clinical oversight. It's about knowing our residents, supporting families, developing confident care teams, and creating an environment where quality and compassion go hand in hand.As Director of Nursing, you'll have the opportunity to directly influence resident outcomes, clinical quality, employee development, regulatory compliance, and the overall resident and family experience.If you're a nurse leader who enjoys developing people, building relationships, improving quality, and making a meaningful difference for seniors, we'd love to hear from you.Join Heritage Senior Living and help us create an exceptional place to live, work, and belong.Important InformationThis position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.Heritage Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#IND415
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