What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at The Converse Home?
Director of Nursing
Are you a nurse looking for a position that brings joy and fulfillment both personally and professionally? The Converse Home, a nonprofit Assisted Living Community located in downtown Burlington, is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON). As the longest-running assisted living community in Vermont, The Converse Home is renowned for its warm, welcoming, and home-like atmosphere. This is a rare opportunity to join a compassionate and supportive team in an exceptional community.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with Co-Executive Directors, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Nurse Educator, and department directors to ensure residents receive high-quality care with respect and dignity.
- Lead the traditional assisted living and memory care nursing teams by maintaining and implementing policies and procedures in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Supervise and work closely with the ADON, Memory Care Manager, and licensed nurses and care staff to ensure best practices and ongoing education.
- Work closely with the Co-Executive Directors to monitor and address financial considerations and the nursing departments budget.
- Ensure resident charts and nursing documentation are accurate and in compliance with state regulations.
- Participate in pre-admission screenings for prospective residents, visiting prospective residents in the building and off site, providing input to the admissions team.
- Serve as the primary point of communication for families, residents, staff, hospitals, rehabilitation communities, and providers, ensuring a collaborative and transparent environment.
- Responsible for ensuring adequate staffing levels for the nursing department by working closely with the Clinical Administrative Assistant, share on-call responsibilities and provide occasional evening, night, or weekend coverage when necessary.
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About The Converse Home :
The Converse Home is a private nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Burlington. We provide a homelike, serene, and engaging environment for our residents to thrive.
To learn more and apply, visit www.conversehome.com or send your resume and letter of interest to kristen@conversehome.com.
The Converse Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About The Converse Home :
The Converse Home is a private nonprofit senior community. Our assisted living and memory care community is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the southern end of Burlington. We have beautifully landscaped grounds that include large flower and vegetable gardens, a gazebo and many areas for our residents to enjoy being outside.
Salary : $95,000 - $115,000