What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing Services | RN position at Evergreen Community?
We are hiring a Director of Nursing | RN | in Olathe KS!
Evergreen Community, an established senior living community, has expanded its services to offer a full continuum of care. In addition to its longstanding commitment to exceptional senior living, the community now offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, allowing residents to age in place with comfort, security, and personalized support. We are excited to welcome residents and team members to our brand-new location.
Join a warm and welcoming community dedicated to providing resident-directed care while promoting dignity, independence, and a true sense of belonging for every resident we serve. At Evergreen Community, our team is committed to creating a supportive environment where both residents and employees can thrive. Join us in our new location!
Purpose:
The Director of Nursing will oversee the Long-Term Care | Skilled Nursing | 44 Bed community. Nurture culture change by ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained in harmony with person-centered care.
The Director of Nursing is to promote and restore individuals' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to residents, friends, and families; and supervising the day-to-day nursing activities of Evergreen Community.
Duties:
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern Long Term Care providers.
- Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department consistent with a person-centered care philosophy.
- Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care.
- Direct the daily operation of the nursing services by assessing, evaluation guiding and directing others in the performance of their duties.
- Monitor nursing care to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect.
- Delegate to nursing service supervisory personnel the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform their assigned duties.
Qualifications:
- Current, valid Kansas Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Must have current CPR/BLS certification
- Must have leadership responsibilities for a minimum of 2 years
- Must understand long-term care regulations, nursing practices, infection control and quality assurance processes
- Prefer 2 years experience in a long-term care / skilled setting
- Positive attitude and the ability to work as a team
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
- Always put the residents' needs first, honoring them with dignity and respect and providing excellent care to our empowered elders
- Have a genuine desire and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of our residents.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Identity Theft Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Leadership Progressive Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
Awards & Recognition
- Mentor Home of the Kansas PEAK Program (Promoting Excellent Alternatives in Kansas) for 15 years
- Certified as a World’s Best Culture organization with exceptional culture scores in 2023
- Proud recipient of the Elbert C. Cole Legacy Award through one of our dedicated volunteers
Apply today to join the Evergreen Community team in Olathe, KS!
Questions? Contact:
Lisa Orscheln
Director of Human Resources
913-477-8206
Pay: Up to $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Skilled/Long Term Care: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Kansas RN (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $125,000