Position Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the overall clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, and delivery of high-quality resident care in a Personal Care and Memory Care setting. This role ensures services are provided in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations, promotes resident safety and dignity, and supports person-centered care for older adults, including those with cognitive impairment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Resident Care

• Oversee all nursing services and ensure residents receive care consistent with assessed needs, service plans, and physician orders
• Provide clinical oversight for medication management, treatments, wellness monitoring, and infection control
• Ensure memory care programming supports residents with dementia through evidence-based practices
• Participate in resident assessments, care planning, change-of-condition evaluations, and family conferences
• Manage budgetary and resource allocation for the nursing department

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with Pennsylvania DHS regulations for Personal Care Homes (55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600)
• Maintain survey readiness and oversee corrective action plans as needed
• Monitor quality indicators and implement performance improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and resident records

Staff Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff including LPNs, Med Techs, and Nurse Aides
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and competency-based training programs
• Provide coaching, education, and performance management to support clinical excellence
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and compassionate care

Medication & Clinical Systems Management

• Oversee medication administration systems, audits, and pharmacy coordination
• Ensure proper storage, documentation, and disposal of medications
• Implement infection prevention protocols and oversee outbreak response

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as clinical liaison with physicians, hospitals, families, hospice, home health agencies, and regulatory bodies
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences
• Support resident and family education regarding health conditions and care plans

Risk Management & Safety

• Lead incident investigations, falls prevention strategies, wound management, and emergency preparedness planning
• Ensure staff competency in first aid, CPR, infection control, and dementia care practices
• Ensure QAPI plan is in place
• Promote resident rights, dignity, and person-centered approaches

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) minimum required; Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania preferred
• Associate’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree preferred
• CPR certification required

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years nursing leadership experience in senior living, long-term care, assisted living, personal care, or memory care
• Experience working with residents with dementia and cognitive impairments preferred
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania DHS regulations strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, clinical judgment, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in electronic health records and medication management systems
• Demonstrated commitment to resident-centered care

 

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, lift, bend, and assist residents as needed
• Availability for on-call rotation and emergency response
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities