This role involves leading the overall operations of the Clinical Services Department, ensuring the highest quality of care for residents in accordance with federal, state, and local standards. The Director of Nursing is responsible for coordinating and monitoring nursing care delivery, maintaining residents' rights, and overseeing comprehensive nursing assessments and care plans. The position also includes managing staffing, implementing quality improvement programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operations of the Clinical Services Department in accordance with federal, state, and local standards
Be responsible and accountable for maintaining the highest degree of quality care at all times
Direct, coordinate, and monitor nursing care delivery to assure safe, effective, and appropriate care
Ensure residents' rights are maintained at all times
Oversee the assessment of comprehensive nursing needs of each resident using acceptable long-term care assessment tools and according to state and federal time frames
Oversee the coordination of care plans for each resident
Work with other team members to monitor day-to-day care levels of residents for quality assurance and to verify appropriate levels of care are established according to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement levels
Maintain care plans for each resident; monitor medication and treatment schedules; work with attending physicians to ensure care plans are followed; and provide direct care when required
Establish and implement Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Program for improved resident care and quality of life programs according to company policies and as required by federal regulations
Participate in Community Surveys completed by authorized government agencies
Monitor the community Quality Indicators and survey reports
Assist with the development of Success Plans of identified areas of opportunity
Develop and implement a Clinical Services organizational structure
Determine staffing needs; recruit, select, hire, and orient nursing staff/direct care personnel
Assist the Human Resource Director and Health Care Administrator with recruitment and selection of Clinical Services Associates
Complete associate performance evaluations and disciplinary action as needed
Delegate authority to supervisory/lead staff
Review complaints and grievances filed by personnel and/or residents
Report and investigate all allegations of abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property
Report suspected or known violations of disclosure of resident protected health information
Coordinate ancillary services
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Maintain the policy and procedures that govern day-to-day functions in the Clinical Services Department
Develop, implement, and ensure nursing standards and department operation standards meet or exceed federal and state regulatory requirements
Plan, develop, and implement the Clinical Systems in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long-term care
Assist in preparing the nursing department’s budget; prepare monthly variance report; monitor equipment and supplies
Maintain Medicare/Medicaid reimbursements according to established categories
Plan, develop, and implement safe practices for resident safety in accordance with state, federal, and OSHA regulations, and ensure that policies and procedures in regards to resident safety are followed by staff and by residents
Develop and implement safety standards and regulations for equipment, supplies, and resident care rooms
Assist the Quality Improvement Nurse in establishing infection control and immunization processes, and in developing and delivering training programs to meet continuing education requirements
Serve on and attend various committees of the community as appointed by the Health Care Administrator
Evaluate and implement recommendations from the various committees pertaining to Clinical Services
Oversee, manage and delegate all roles and responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Clinical Services and the Quality Improvement Nurse, Clinical Services
Complete other duties assigned
Requirements
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of three to five years related supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience including one year of management experience
Long-term care experience preferred
Valid and current state (RN) license, issued by appropriate state licensing agency
CPR certified
Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department
Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these
Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment
Has working knowledge of a functional discipline
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality with regard to patient and staff information
Possesses basic level computer skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis and a calm environment
Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
On-Call on an as needed basis
Requires Travel: Occasionally
Benefits
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans (vary by employment status)
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Paid Time Off (Full Time Only)
Paid holidays (Full Time Only)
Company provided life insurance (Full Time Only)
Adoption benefit (Full Time Only)
Disability (short and long term) (Full Time Only)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Full Time Only)
Health Savings Account (Full Time Only)
Optional life and dependent life insurance (Full Time Only)
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan (Full Time Only)
Tuition reimbursement (Full Time Only)
Annual bonus incentive (Full-time associates)
Advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year
Important Details
Application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting
About the Company
Brookdale is an industry leader in clinical care, recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. The company operates 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
