Director of Health Services (RN)

Responsibilities

• Participate in infection prevention and control activities.

• Ensure medication management practices meet regulatory standards.

• Train, coach, and supervise nursing and clinical staff.

• Provide ongoing education and competency evaluations.

• Conduct performance evaluations and corrective action when appropriate.

• Promote employee engagement, teamwork, and professional development.

• Assist with staffing plans and scheduling to ensure adequate clinical coverage.

• Build trusting relationships with residents and their families.

• Communicate changes in resident condition promptly.

• Participate in care conferences.

• Perform and oversee nurse delegation in accordance with applicable state regulations, including resident assessments, caregiver training, competency validation, and ongoing supervision.

• Address resident and family concerns professionally and compassionately.

• Oversee medication administration systems.

• Ensure medications are ordered, stored, administered, and documented appropriately.

• Collaborate with consulting pharmacists.

• Monitor medication passes and provide coaching as needed.

• Partner with the Administrator/Executive Director to support overall community operations.

• Collaborate with Life Enrichment, Dining Services, Maintenance, Housekeeping, and other departments.

• Foster a positive, resident-centered culture.

• Respond to medical emergencies and critical incidents.

• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and drills.

• Serve as the clinical leader during emergency situations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure in the State of practice

• Minimum of two years of nursing leadership experience preferred.

• Experience in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, or Geriatric Care preferred.

• Thorough understanding of state regulations governing Assisted Living and Memory Care communities.

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

• Proficient with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.

• Experience supervising clinical teams.

• Experience with dementia care and memory support programming.

• Knowledge of infection prevention and quality improvement initiatives.

• CPR/BLS certification.:

Employee

Benefits

Benefits of being a Sapphire Health Services employee include, but is not limited to:

• PTO

• 401(K)

• Medical/Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Birthday/Holiday Pay

• Wellness Fund

• Uniform Fund

• Longevity Bonuses

• Quarterly Vacation Drawing

• Tuition Reimbursement