Regional Director of Resident Care, RN - Illinois
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About the job
The Regional Director, Resident Care is based in Cincinnati or Columbus, Ohio. This role is instrumental in creating alignment with our mission and core values, supporting the overall resident care and services strategy for the specified region. The Regional Director, Resident Care partners with Operations to ensure resident care services, programs, and initiatives drive desired health outcomes and business results.
In this position, the main responsibilities include
- Act as a resource for all clinical leaders and other functional area leaders, and team members regarding all facets of resident care.
- Collaborate with Operations and other functional areas to manage day-to-day, emergency, and crisis situations in the best interest of the residents, team members, and company.
- Verify that resident care policies, procedures, protocols, and corporate strategic initiatives are being adhered to by the communities and DONs.
- Review/edit/approve all state reportable incidents before submission. Assist communities to be “survey-ready” at all times. Performs mock surveys, as necessary.
- Assist with candidate selection and interviews of care leadership positions. Provide orientation (virtual and in-person) to Care Leadership Roles as needed. Provide ongoing education (especially related to policies/procedures) and mentoring to all care team leaders and team members.
- May be requested to serve as temporary Interim Director of Nursing at the community level.
- Regional travel required. Percentage of travel may vary depending on operational needs.
To be successful in this position, we believe that you need the following experiences, strengths, and skills:
- Current Registered Nursing Licenses for states in the specified region.
- 5 years’ experience in a community or long-term care setting. Possesses geriatric assessment skills. Is knowledgeable in dementia care. Regional experience preferred.
- Computer literacy required.
If you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, Daily Pay, and discounts through Perk Spot.
Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us.
Spectrum Retirement, LLC and all affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Spectrum Retirement, LLC also participates in the E-verify program through the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.
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