Job Description

Lead with Compassion and Integrity: Join Agemark as the Director of Nursing!

Location: Astoria Senior Living in Omaha, NE.

Organization: Agemark Senior Living Community

Agemark Senior Living, proudly certified by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces for Aging Services , is searching for a Director of Nursing . With over 30 years of senior living experience, we understand what truly matters to our residents, their families, and our dedicated team members. At Agemark, we live by the philosophy: "Never forget the hands that raised you!"

Your Role as Director of Nursing:

In this role, you’ll oversee the quality, continuity, and appropriateness of care for our residents. You’ll lead and support our wellness staff, ensuring compassionate, person-centered care through effective communication with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by Example: Engage with residents and staff daily by walking the building and staying involved in care activities.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement resident service plans in line with doctor orders and healthcare needs.
• Communication: Coordinate with residents, families, staff, physicians, and healthcare providers on resident health issues and care plans.
• Compliance & Review: Regularly update service plans to ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Hands-On Care: Perform and supervise individual nursing services as required.
• Staff Development: Provide leadership, training, and ongoing support for wellness staff. Conduct staff in-services as needed.
• Resident Assessment: Assess prospective residents for care needs and suitability for residency.
• Medication Management: Oversee medication setup, delivery, and storage to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Emergency Response: Respond to resident emergency calls and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
• Risk Management: Identify at-risk residents and create comprehensive risk management plans.
• Resident Wellness: Implement programs to promote health and wellness through education and preventative care.

Required Qualifications:

• RN License, strongly preferred: Valid nursing license in the State of NE.
• Senior Care Experience: Minimum of 1 year working with seniors. Knowledge of senior health is essential.
• Management Experience: At least 2 years of people management experience.
• Medication Expertise: Strong understanding of medication, dosages, and potential side effects.
• Skills: Proven integrity, problem-solving abilities, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with essential software tools.
• Commitment to Resident Independence: Advocate for residents' safety, dignity, and independence.
• Availability: Ability to work additional hours as needed, including evenings and weekends, as Manager on Duty.

What We Offer You:

At Agemark, we take care of our team members just as you care for our residents. Here's how we support your well-being:

• Health & Dental Plans: Choice of two health plans, dental, vision, and employer-paid life insurance.
• HSA Contributions: Employer contributions to your Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) with Company Match: 50% match on the first 6% you contribute.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Company-provided resources to support your mental and emotional well-being.
• Pet Insurance Discounts: Exclusive savings on pet insurance through Spot.
• Financial Planning App: Free access to Upwise Financial Planning App.
• Education Support: Certification, licensure reimbursement, and up to 100% free college tuition with partner schools.
• Perks & Discounts: Enjoy discounts on travel, entertainment, streaming services, and more.
• Professional Development: Access to career advancement opportunities and professional development courses and also an Executive Director Training program (EDIT).
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition: Get rewarded for referring great employees and being an outstanding team member.
• Legal Services: Complimentary Will, POA, Advanced Directive, & Living Trust Services through Mutual of Omaha.
• Worldwide Travel Assistance: Support wherever life takes you.

Why Agemark?

Since 1987, Agemark has been family-owned, and it shows. We value Professionalism, Integrity, Commitment, and Compassion . If you believe in doing the right thing, advocating for the elderly, and want to be part of a certified Best Workplace for Aging Services , we would love to hear from you!

Join us and help create a purposeful, joy-filled life for our residents. Apply today to be part of the positive change we all want to see in the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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