Director of Resident Care

2 months ago


Milford MA United States The Residence At Whitcomb House Full time
The Director of Resident Care is responsible for the overall development, management, and operation of the Resident Care department. Performs resident health assessments; provides training/oversight to staff for all areas of resident care, monitors the status of residents general conditions, as allowed by regulation; coordinates resident care with third-party providers such as physicians and home health agencies and companion services in conjunction with residents and their families/involved parties.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents
Oversees the management and daily operations of the department
Monitors resident care for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company care performance standards
Monitors staff in supervision and administration of medication, to include frequent audits of medication sheets
Ensures that medications are properly stored, medication carts/cupboards are cleaned and medication room is organized according to standards
Ensures that all required documentation, including service plans and assessments are completed in a timely manner, and that assessments/service plans are reviewed with appropriate parties
Schedules or oversees scheduling of monthly staffing calendars to meet the needs of the residents while striving to maintain budgetary compliance for the department
Ensures that required documentation is complete and in compliance with regulations and standards
Observes residents, records significant reactions, and informs physician and pharmacist of residents condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents
Oversight of Care Departments prompt response to all emergency calls from residents
Participates in the maintenance of resident records appropriately
Ensures appropriate handling of on-the-job inquiries per the policy
Attends required community meetings and completes required reports in a neat and timely manner
Attends all staff meeting, training, and educational classes as required
Performs other duties as required

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents
Oversees the management and daily operations of the department
Monitors resident care for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company care performance standards
Monitors staff in supervision and administration of medication, to include frequent audits of medication sheets
Ensures that medications are properly stored, medication carts/cupboards are cleaned and medication room is organized according to standards
Ensures that all required documentation, including service plans and assessments are completed in a timely manner, and that assessments/service plans are reviewed with appropriate parties
Schedules or oversees scheduling of monthly staffing calendars to meet the needs of the residents while striving to maintain budgetary compliance for the department
Ensures that required documentation is complete and in compliance with regulations and standards
Observes residents, records significant reactions, and informs physician and pharmacist of residents condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents
Oversight of Care Departments prompt response to all emergency calls from residents
Participates in the maintenance of resident records appropriately
Ensures appropriate handling of on-the-job inquiries per the policy
Attends required community meetings and completes required reports in a neat and timely manner
Attends all staff meeting, training, and educational classes as required
Performs other duties as required

Education & Experience:

Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelors degree preferred
Current nursing (RN/LPN/LVN) licensure issued by appropriate state licensing agency
Three years of nursing experience
Experience in an assisted living community or long-term care setting highly preferred
One year of supervisory or management experience

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.

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