Director of Nursing

Lead with Compassion and Integrity: Join Agemark as the Director of Nursing!

Location: Astoria Senior Living & Memory Care in Omaha, NE
Organization: Agemark Senior Living Community

Agemark Senior Living, proudly certified by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces for Aging Services, is searching for a Memory Care Director of Nursing. With over 30 years of senior living experience, we understand what truly matters to our residents, their families, and our dedicated team members. At Agemark, we live by the philosophy: "Never forget the hands that raised you!"

Your Role as Memory Care Director of Nursing:

In this role, you'll oversee the quality, continuity, and appropriateness of care for our residents. You'll lead and support our wellness staff, ensuring compassionate, person-centered care through effective communication with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by Example: Engage with residents and staff daily by walking the building and staying involved in care activities.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement resident service plans in line with doctor orders and healthcare needs.
• Communication: Coordinate with residents, families, staff, physicians, and healthcare providers on resident health issues and care plans.
• Compliance & Review: Regularly update service plans to ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Hands-On Care: Perform and supervise individual nursing services as required.
• Staff Development: Provide leadership, training, and ongoing support for wellness staff. Conduct staff in-services as needed.
• Resident Assessment: Assess prospective residents for care needs and suitability for residency.
• Medication Management: Oversee medication setup, delivery, and storage to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Emergency Response: Respond to resident emergency calls and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
• Risk Management: Identify at-risk residents and create comprehensive risk management plans.
• Resident Wellness: Implement programs to promote health and wellness through education and preventative care.

Required Qualifications:

• RN or LPN License: Valid nursing license for the applicable state.
• Senior Care Experience: Minimum of 1 year working with seniors. Knowledge of senior health is essential.
• Management Experience: At least 2 years of people management experience.
• Medication Expertise: Strong understanding of medication, dosages, and potential side effects.
• Skills: Proven integrity, problem-solving abilities, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with essential software tools.
• Commitment to Resident Independence: Advocate for residents' safety, dignity, and independence.
• Availability: Ability to work additional hours as needed, including evenings and weekends, as Manager on Duty.

What We Offer You:

At Agemark, we take care of our team members just as you care for our residents. Here's how we support your well-being:

• Health & Dental Plans: Choice of two health plans, dental, vision, and employer-paid life insurance.
• HSA Contributions: Employer contributions to your Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) with Company Match: 50% match on the first 6% you contribute.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Company-provided resources to support your mental and emotional well-being.
• Pet Insurance Discounts: Exclusive savings on pet insurance through Spot.
• Financial Planning App: Free access to Upwise Financial Planning App.
• Education Support: Certification, licensure reimbursement, and up to 100% free college tuition with partner schools.
• Perks & Discounts: Enjoy discounts on travel, entertainment, streaming services, and more.
• Professional Development: Access to career advancement opportunities and professional development courses and also an Executive Director Training program (EDIT).
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition: Get rewarded for referring great employees and being an outstanding team member.
• Legal Services: Complimentary Will, POA, Advanced Directive, & Living Trust Services through Mutual of Omaha.
• Worldwide Travel Assistance: Support wherever life takes you.

Why Agemark?

Since 1987, Agemark has been family-owned, and it shows. We value Professionalism, Integrity, Commitment, and Compassion. If you believe in doing the right thing, advocating for the elderly, and want to be part of a certified Best Workplace for Aging Services, we would love to hear from you!

Join us and help create a purposeful, joy-filled life for our residents. Apply today to be part of the positive change we all want to see in the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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Location: Omaha, NE, US

Posted Date: 11/21/2024