RN Director of Resident Care

Located at Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living in Providence, RI

Full Time

Our Mission of Caring extends not only to the individuals we serve but also, to our employees. We are committed to Superior Staffing Ratios and require no mandated shifts.

- Trusted Care Since 1882! -

Responsibilities for the Director of Resident Care:

• Enforce compliance with all administrative and Nursing Policies and Procedures.
• Make accurate decisions and take appropriate actions especially with regard to changes in resident physical, mental or emotional status.
• Keep the Administrator informed of resident status and other related matters.
• Complete service care plans and keep them updated as needed.
• Perform medication passes with CMT's as necessary.
• Set up and conduct care conferences with residents and families as needed.
• Monitor residents' medical records for accuracy and compliance with State regulations.
• Complete quarterly level of care assessments.
• Complete all residents' non-skilled treatments as ordered.
• Receive and documents any physicians' orders as required.
• Chart appropriately on residents in the nurse's notes.
• Complete necessary incident reports and notify the families and physicians of an incident.
• Administer medication when needed.
• Complete pre-admission assessments as required.
• Follow up on any recommendations by the physicians and consultants.
• Recruit, interview and select nursing department personnel.
• Assure that appropriate identification documents are presented prior to employment and that such records are maintained in the staff's personnel records.
• Determine departmental staffing requirements as necessary to meet nursing department's needs. Assign a sufficient number of nursing personnel hours for each day.
• Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, etc.
• Develop a staffing plan for coverage during your absence from the facility.
• Develop and maintain written job descriptions and perform evaluations for nursing personnel.
• Discipline nursing personnel as necessary.
• Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the Administrator.
• Assure that personnel are performing required duties and appropriate nursing procedures are being followed.
• Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, scheduling, etc., of in-service training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for nursing personnel.
• Attend and assist with all in-service education programs.
• Reinforce in-service education programs and assure staff attendance.
• Participate in programs of continuing education (seminars, training programs, etc.)
• Assure that all nursing personnel attend required training programs as established by Health Department regulations.

Qualifications for the Director of Resident Care:

• RN graduate from an accredited registered nursing program.
• Current Rhode Island RN License
• Minimum of one year experience in a clinical hospital setting, skilled nursing facility or home health care agency.

What does SEC offer employees?

Our holistic benefit options encompass your Health and Wellbeing, your individual and family needs, your professional growth, and more by including:

• Competitive pay, including shift & weekend differentials
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance & Delta Dental Insurance offered for employees working 20+ hours/week
• 403B Employer Contribution Plan
• Tuition and Loan Reimbursement
• Career advancement & training opportunities to support individual employee goals
• Free CNA Training program
• Childcare Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Why choose SEC?

We are a non-profit community, providing quality care to older adults and people with physical disabilities. Trusted Care Since 1882, we have been committed to supporting our community with compassionate and innovative care! Saint Elizabeth Community includes 7 beautifully maintained Rhode Island locations offering apartments for Independent Seniors, Home Care Services, Adult Day Centers, affordable Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and more!

Apply today to contribute to, and personally experience the Saint Elizabeth Community Mission of Caring.

EEOC - We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status