What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON position at Triple Crown Senior Living?
Position: Director of Nursing (DON)- Forest Hills Commons
Schedule: 8a- 5p Mon- Friday On Call
Location: Louisville, KY
At Forest Hills Commons, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment where residents can thrive. Our senior living community emphasizes quality care, compassionate service, and an enriching lifestyle for all residents. The Director of Nursing (DON) plays a key role in ensuring exceptional care and supporting our mission to enhance the quality of life for everyone who calls our community home.
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing. The (DON) is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department in a senior living community. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to residents while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The DON provides leadership and mentorship to the nursing team and acts as a key resource for clinical expertise, including being available on call to address urgent situations as they arise.
Essential Duties:
- Maintain and implement nursing policies and procedures reflecting current standards of nursing practice, company policies, and all government regulations (state/federal)
- Manage and analyze processes, KPIs and clinical data for optimal performance, utilize LMA
- Communicate and interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff. Monitor practices for effective implementation and achievement of results
- Conduct assessments suggesting a level of care for residents, as directed by the DON
- Demonstrate knowledge of and application of Key Clinical Quality Indicators
- Reviews 24-hour report from every unit daily to ensure timely, effective responses to significant changes in condition, transfers, discharges, unexplained injuries, potential abuse or neglect, medication errors, loss of resident property, or any evidence of resident or family dissatisfaction, as directed by the DON, or in their absence.
- Embrace healthy, frequent interactions with residents and their family members
- Maintain up to date resident clinical data in chosen EMR system, YARDI
Work Experience Requirements:
- Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical with a current state license in good standing
- Minimum of three (3) years nursing experience in Assisted Living/Memory Care or health care
- Minimum two (2) years supervisory/management experience with direct care staff
- Strong organizational and time management skills, prioritizing and accomplishing multiple responsibilities
- Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Work independently, maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and be a positive leader
- Demonstrate practical interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills
- Maintain good working relationships with residents and co-workers
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to be a part of a growing, vibrant company
