Director of Nursing, RN

At Artis Senior Living of Potomac, we’re proud to serve families in one of the most vibrant and welcoming communities, and we’re looking for a Director of Health and Wellness ready to lead with heart.

Nestled just outside Washington, D.C., Potomac is one of the most desirable and affluent communities in the Mid-Atlantic region. Known for its tree-lined neighborhoods, top-ranked schools, and exceptional quality of life, Potomac offers a refined suburban setting with convenient access to the nation’s capital and Northern Virginia. Potomac provides an ideal environment for a high-end senior living community.

In this dynamic leadership role, you’ll mentor and inspire a dedicated care team and ensure the highest standards of resident-centered care. We’re looking for a compassionate, organized, and forward-thinking nurse leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about helping seniors live with dignity, purpose, and joy.

The Director of Nursing, RN, formally called Director of Health & Wellness, will oversee all resident care across our Memory Care neighborhoods. You will perform thorough health assessments for each new resident, monitor the health status of all current residents, and ensure care plans are managed successfully.

Working at Artis Senior Living, you will be empowered to share your voice, and your uniqueness will be treasured! We will honor your integrity and show our appreciation for your commitment to enriching the lives of our residents and team members, by consistently recognizing your efforts. These guiding principles are the very foundation of The Artis Way. At Artis Senior Living you’re so much more than an employee, you’re family!

The Director of Nursing, RN will:

• Ensure residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes their individual needs and rights. Monitor compliance in accordance with State, Federal and Artis guidelines.


• Perform thorough health assessments for each new resident, monitor the health status of all current residents, and ensure level care assessments and care plans are completed in accordance to Artis Senior Living’s policy and procedures and in accordance to state regulations.  


• Document and report care provided and resident observations including unusual or significant changes in physical, mental, or behavioral conditions.


• Oversee Care team’s administration of medication and/or treatment to residents in accordance with physician orders.


• Supervise Care team, evaluating skill and performance. Provide coaching and training on an on-going basis to ensure team members are providing an elevated care experience for residents, in accordance with State, Federal and Artis guidelines.


• Actively participate in departmental team member recruiting and retention.


• Operate and maintain the Care department while adhering to budgetary guidelines.


• Participate in the management of community adherence to legal, safety, health, fire and sanitation codes. Have a thorough understanding of all emergency plans.


• Performs other duties as required.

Education Requirements:

• *Must hold a Delegating Nurse Certification or be willing to obtain one within the first 60-days of hire*


• Minimum of 3 years experience in a supervisory or management role. 


• Must possess current RN designation as granted by the state of Maryland.


• Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.


• Experience in senior living, long term care or rehabilitative environments.

Team Member Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision - Active the 1st of month following employee's start date.


• 3 weeks PTO, 6 holidays observed through the year. (PTO increases to 4 weeks upon completion of 2 years of service to the company.)


• Principle 401k with 100% employer match, up to 3% of employee's annual contribution.


• LTD, STD, HSA, FSA options available.


• Employee Assistance Program.


• 100% tuition reimbursement.