Resident Care Director - Rn/Lpn

Assisted Living Director, LPN or RN

Full Time Exempt Position

Summary Description: Provides leadership to the Assisted Living neighborhood ensuring residents have the opportunity to be fully integrated into the community to maximize their wellbeing. Responsible for the residents' overall healthcare management through development of services plans based on individual clinical assessments of residents' needs. Ensures a qualified, competent staff who provide the appropriate level of services to support and meet the needs of residents and to maintain their highest functional level by creating a caring and encouraging environment.

Essential Functions:

• Performs job functions in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the Loomis Communities. Adheres to The Loomis Communities Compliance and Ethics Program.

• Demonstrates an awareness of, a respect for and attention to the diversity of the people with whom they interact (persons served, personnel, families/caregivers, and other stakeholders) that is reflected in attitudes, behavior and services.

• Initiates quality improvement activities and program services in response to resident's needs and regulatory requirements. Establishes Key Performance Indicators that support compliance with ALF regulations, innovation based on strategic priorities.

• Ensures compliance with Massachusetts Assisted Living Regulations and any updates or changes that reflect and CARF accreditation standards

• Oversees the hiring, orientation, supervision, and performance reviews of Assisted Living Resident Assistants. Provides ongoing training, education and coaching and corrective action in a timely manner with a consistent person-centered focus

• Completes resident assessments for potential and current residents for Assisted Living to ensure eligibility for appropriate setting. Ensures that an individualized, updated service plan is in place to meet resident needs and reviewed every six months, with resident using information gathered from clinical assessments, resident or family input and RA communications. Collaborates with Loomis Home Care to ensure nursing assessment and service plan is implemented and followed.

• Coordinates with Resident Engagement team to ensure that residents have opportunities to pursue interest and to ensure daily routines and preferences are honored.

• Consults with residents and families re: problems, options and resources Participates in resident/family & organization meetings as needed. Coordinates with Health Services Director and other directors when applicable to ensure full integration. Stays current on industry trends.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Current Massachusetts Nursing license (RN or LPN)

Required Experience:

• Three years of supervisory/leadership experience with knowledge of Massachusetts Assisted Living Regulations.

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to remain current with industry trends and to implement new initiatives based on this knowledge and resident interest.

• Ability to apply clinical knowledge in the assessment of residents

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Ability to relate well to all residents, including the emotionally upset.

• Ability to deal effectively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the public.

• Ability to report to work regularly and promptly.

• Ability to work beyond normal hours when necessary.