About this opportunity
Gravitas lists this Registered Nurse opportunity in city of lockport, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position: Director of Patient Services (RN)
Program: Briarwoods Assisted Living Program (ALP)
Employment Type: Full-Time (weekdays, with on-call availability as needed)
Salary: $85,000+ annually, commensurate with experience
About Briarwoods
Briarwoods is a warm, resident-centered Assisted Living Program (ALP) providing housing, personal care, and home health services to adults who need daily support in a homelike setting. Our interdisciplinary team is dedicated to helping residents age in place with dignity, safety, and as much independence as possible.
Position Summary
Briarwoods is seeking a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse to serve as Director of Patient Services (DPS) for our Assisted Living Program. The DPS is the registered nurse responsible for the direction and supervision of patient care services and other health care activities of the program, ensuring high-quality, person-centered care in full compliance with all applicable state regulations. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends clinical oversight, staff development, care coordination, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and supervise all patient care services and health care activities of the ALP, including nursing, personal care, and home health aide services
Oversee resident assessments, reassessments, and individualized service/care plans, including admissions, level-of-care determinations (UAS-NY), and coordination of services
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, home health aides, and personal care aides; oversee orientation, in-service education, and annual competency requirements
Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and agency policies and procedures; prepare for and participate in NYS DOH surveys and audits
Develop, implement, and update clinical policies, procedures, and quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities
Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacies, hospice, managed care plans, families, and community providers
Oversee medication management systems, infection control practices, and incident reporting/investigation
Monitor resident health status and respond to changes in condition; ensure timely communication with physicians and responsible parties
Participate in case management, interdisciplinary care meetings, and discharge/transfer planning
Manage clinical documentation and ensure records meet regulatory and billing requirements (including Medicaid ALP requirements)
Share on-call responsibility for clinical issues as needed
Qualifications
Required:
Current, unencumbered license and registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) in New York State
Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home care, assisted living, long-term care, or geriatrics
At least 1 year of supervisory, administrative, or leadership experience in a health care setting
Working knowledge of NYS home care regulations; familiarity with assisted living and adult home regulations strongly preferred
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation
Preferred:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Experience with UAS-NY assessments and Medicaid ALP documentation and billing requirements
Prior experience as a Director of Patient Services, Assistant DPS, or Nursing Supervisor in home care or assisted living
Experience with survey readiness and quality improvement programs
What We Offer
Competitive salary starting at $85,000, commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and holidays
Retirement savings plan
Supportive leadership and a collaborative, mission-driven team
Meaningful work improving the daily lives of our residents
Briarwoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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