Regional Director of Nursing

Position Summary:

The Regional Director of Nursing, reporting directly to the Divisional Director of Operations, will have the opportunity to connect with our residents and positively impact their lives every day. They will assess and monitor person-directed care, nursing practices, and regulatory compliance across their assigned communities, including during the acquisition and opening of new communities, partnering with each Community and the Regional Resident Care & Compliance Teams to optimize every resident's well-being and overall experience. They will also lead the education and training of person-directed care and nursing practices and assist in the development and evaluation of training curricula, staff competencies, mentorship programs, nursing policies and procedures, and quality initiatives.

This role requires frequent weekly travel across assigned communities and includes an auto and phone allowance.

Why Work for Cedarhurst:

• At Cedarhurst, our core values guide how we work together and how we care for those we serve. We expect every team member to be passionate, trustworthy, empathetic, positive, respectful, and approachable. Being part of Cedarhurst means making a meaningful difference every day. 
• We believe our team is our greatest strength. That’s why we invest in comprehensive training, as well as opportunities for both personal and professional growth. We’re committed to promoting from within and supporting team members who want to build their careers with us. 
• Cedarhurst offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service) for eligible employees. 
• Work that makes a difference in the lives of our residents and community 
• Access to our St. Louis Home Office, which includes an on-site gym with brand new equipment, personal training, group classes, and stretching sessions (for visiting or office-based team members)
• Catered lunches and regular team events at our Home Office
• Auto and phone allowance to support you in a mobile, travel-based role
• Meaningful opportunities to build relationships with residents, families, and team members across multiple communities

Essential Duties:

• Leads the clinical survey preparedness process of existing Communities and the auditing and implementation of organizational practices during the acquisition and opening of new communities 
• Performs clinical case analysis for complex resident challenges as needed 
• Educates, trains and mentors Community resident care and nursing leadership and their teams on person-directed care practices, including the use of an electronic health records system 
• Assists in the development, maintenance, and evaluation of curricula and support materials for new hire orientation and ongoing face-to-face and computerized training programs 
• Provides support in the design and implementation of professional advancement programs, processes, and tools to improve Community staff retention, onboarding and mentoring of new employees, and leadership development 
• Contributes to the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional advancement programs, processes, and tools to improve Community NOI, staff retention, onboarding and mentoring of new employees, and leadership development 
• Acts as an interim Director of Nursing within communities as needed 
• Provides support for organization-wide clinical initiatives such as the electronic health records system 
• Collaborates with department team members to set organization-wide quality improvement goals and initiatives on an ongoing basis and revises as needed 
• Assists in the development and monitoring of person-directed resident care and nursing policies, procedures, and resources that are in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations 
• Attends and participates in meetings such as Resident Care & Compliance Teams and transition planning meetings for upcoming acquisitions and new communities, as well as all corporate sponsored meetings and training sessions 
• Implements and monitors short & long-term resident care and nursing goals within the Communities 
• Demonstrates competence in the area of culture change and regulatory compliance, ensuring that each Community stays in regulatory compliance with all regulatory agencies 
• Provides leadership in such a manner that represents key servant leadership principles, including effective listening, empathy, awareness, and persuasiveness 
• Ensures that company standards and policies are well-maintained 
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Education and/or Experience:

•  Degree in Nursing (LPN or RN accepted) with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a nurse, required – experience within senior and memory care is preferred 
• Must possess strong knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living 
• Great communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the heart and passion to work with older adults while providing the best care possible & demonstrate respect for the principles of resident rights, including privacy and confidentiality 
• Must be able to collaborate across all functional areas of the business constructively and efficiently, within a fast paced, intensive, senior living company, while demonstrating objective integrity with great leadership. 
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times with the ability to effectively perform conflict intervention and resolution. 
• Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative – willing to go above and beyond to ensure the needs of the organization are met in accordance with the Company’s core values 
• Passion to achieve results through self-motivation, initiative and proactive orientation with a sense of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things and to find / recommend solutions to problems 
• Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail 
• Ability to work accurately under pressure, meet deadlines and communicate in a clear, accurate, efficient and professional manner in written and verbal communications 
• Must exhibit and promote a high level of integrity, customer service, hospitality, curiosity and friendliness towards all residents, visitors, employees and the overall organization  

Working Conditions:

• This position may need to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas of the community.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, as well as climb or balance. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively and identify/interpret written information.  
• This position may need to lift up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and up to 200 pounds with assistance. 
• Individuals in this position are required to follow all infection prevention and control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary, to ensure the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
• This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment. 
• Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Cedarhurst considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.