Cedarhurst Senior Living
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Cedarhurst of West Plains, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a
Director of Nursing
at our Cedarhurst of West Plains community.
As the Director of Nursing, you will lead and oversee all aspects of clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to our residents in compliance with regulations and organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Oversee the delivery of quality care and services to residents in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement nursing service objectives, policies, and procedures in alignment with federal and state regulations.
Maintain a safe working environment by preventing accidents and ensuring safe working practices.
Provide nursing coverage and assistance when needed.
Assess residents and potential residents for appropriate levels of care with urgency.
Manage and coordinate the work of nursing and care staff, communicating pertinent resident health and safety information.
Supervise and monitor medications for residents who self-administer, when applicable.
Oversee pharmacy and community relationships, ensuring timely medication delivery and accurate eMAR entries.
Provide interim documentation as required to resident files and attend interdisciplinary resident care meetings.
Oversee the entire clinical department, including residents’ assistants, CNAs, and medication technicians.
Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and retain a high-performing resident care team.
Hold service plan meetings with residents and families to discuss care plans.
Direct communication with surveyors during IDPH surveys and assist with plans of correction.
Implement and maintain ISPs and infection control policies in accordance with state regulations.
Ensure compliance with CLIA waiver requirements.
Manage inventory and order nursing supplies as needed.
Understand all responsibilities associated with clinical roles and demonstrate effective execution.
Engage in efforts to increase occupancy rates while prioritizing resident well‑being.
Promote physical, personal, and emotional well‑being of each resident, striving to maximize independence.
Respect residents’ advanced directives and follow their wishes.
Effectively communicate care information to families.
Work well with others, take direction from management, and resolve conflicts involving residents, families, and staff.
Handle physical demands, including standing, moving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 200 pounds with assistance.
Remain flexible and work weekends as Manager on Duty when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited nursing school and a current state license for LPN or RN, with 3+ years of nursing experience preferred.
CPR and BLS certification preferred.
Working knowledge of best person‑directed care practices for seniors, including those with dementia, preferred.
Experience conducting preadmission assessments and providing staff, resident, and family education.
Core Values
Passionate, Trustworthy, Empathetic, Positive, Respectful, Approachable.
Commitment to providing The Friend’s Work: reassuring, energizing, and inspiring older adults.
Focus on growth and career development within the organization.
Competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
Health and safety of residents, families, and team members as highest priorities.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Cedarhurst of West Plains, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a
Director of Nursing
at our Cedarhurst of West Plains community.
As the Director of Nursing, you will lead and oversee all aspects of clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to our residents in compliance with regulations and organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Oversee the delivery of quality care and services to residents in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement nursing service objectives, policies, and procedures in alignment with federal and state regulations.
Maintain a safe working environment by preventing accidents and ensuring safe working practices.
Provide nursing coverage and assistance when needed.
Assess residents and potential residents for appropriate levels of care with urgency.
Manage and coordinate the work of nursing and care staff, communicating pertinent resident health and safety information.
Supervise and monitor medications for residents who self-administer, when applicable.
Oversee pharmacy and community relationships, ensuring timely medication delivery and accurate eMAR entries.
Provide interim documentation as required to resident files and attend interdisciplinary resident care meetings.
Oversee the entire clinical department, including residents’ assistants, CNAs, and medication technicians.
Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and retain a high-performing resident care team.
Hold service plan meetings with residents and families to discuss care plans.
Direct communication with surveyors during IDPH surveys and assist with plans of correction.
Implement and maintain ISPs and infection control policies in accordance with state regulations.
Ensure compliance with CLIA waiver requirements.
Manage inventory and order nursing supplies as needed.
Understand all responsibilities associated with clinical roles and demonstrate effective execution.
Engage in efforts to increase occupancy rates while prioritizing resident well‑being.
Promote physical, personal, and emotional well‑being of each resident, striving to maximize independence.
Respect residents’ advanced directives and follow their wishes.
Effectively communicate care information to families.
Work well with others, take direction from management, and resolve conflicts involving residents, families, and staff.
Handle physical demands, including standing, moving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 200 pounds with assistance.
Remain flexible and work weekends as Manager on Duty when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited nursing school and a current state license for LPN or RN, with 3+ years of nursing experience preferred.
CPR and BLS certification preferred.
Working knowledge of best person‑directed care practices for seniors, including those with dementia, preferred.
Experience conducting preadmission assessments and providing staff, resident, and family education.
Core Values
Passionate, Trustworthy, Empathetic, Positive, Respectful, Approachable.
Commitment to providing The Friend’s Work: reassuring, energizing, and inspiring older adults.
Focus on growth and career development within the organization.
Competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
Health and safety of residents, families, and team members as highest priorities.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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