Regional AL MC Nursing Director (RN) VA

Regional Director of Wellness (RN) VirginiaSpring Arbor Senior Living is seeking an experienced Regional Director of Wellness (RN) to support our communities throughout youre a clinical leader who thrives on variety enjoys mentoring teams and doesnt mind being on the road this opportunity is for you. Were looking for a true road warriorsomeone who is energized by traveling between communities building relationships solving challenges and helping clinical teams SUMMARY: The Director of Quality and Education is responsible for activities related to the development implementation and ongoing support of quality management and educational initiatives throughout Spring Arbor communities. This involves travel to all communities in addition to active engagement and collaboration with all levels of Senior Living operations. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist communities to plan and utilize education programs in-service schedules etc. to assure training is adequately preparing team members to succeed in their respective role in addition to maintaining compliance with federal and state training regulations. Conduct or oversee completion of full internal quality audit in each community at least annually. This should be completed in timely advance of State survey to assist and assure correction of identified deficiencies or oversee mini (focused area) internal audits as matter of routine during community visits to identify new educational needs resident retention objectives by working closely with community management in identifying backdoor issues and and encourage Spring Arbor Wellness each community visit or communication as an opportunity to reinforce the company Mission Brand Promises and closely with Senior Director Q&E and Regional Directors to understand specific community needs and challenges and seek opportunities to positively impact these in interview process for new department heads as requested (most especially Resident Care Coordinator and Cottage Care Coordinator).Demonstrates consistent and excellent customer service in communications with residents/families team members/co-workers visitors the medical community the greater community etc. Provides necessary feedback to community management about first impression and ongoing impressions of the community. Work closely with Senior Director Q&E and Regional Directors to interpret and communicate new regulatory standards as related to resident care and with updates and maintenance of P&P and Operational Manuals as with State regulatory personnel as needed to clarify issues or seek in company meetings as requested. Analyze data and prepare reports as needed or in industry-related seminars to enhance personal knowledge for improved work performance results. Perform other related duties as needed SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position does not have any direct supervisory AND SKILLS: Geriatric assessment and medication management skills and ability to demonstrate and instruct the sameKnowledge of OSHA federal state and local regulations and ability to demonstrate and instruct the sameKnowledge of Spring Arbor SL policies and standards and ability to demonstrate and instruct the sameAbility to establish effective and non-threatening community audit and educational experiencesExcellent customer service interpersonal and communication skillsAnalytical and problem-solving abilities adapting to changing needs and conditionsKnowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook Excel Word etc.)Professional appearance and demeanorDependableQUALIFICATIONS:Must be 21 years of age or olderRegistered Nurse with active license in NC VA and/or of 2 years geriatric nursing experience including dementia/AlzheimersAt least 3 years management experience in similar environmentExperience with and a passion for working with seniorsAbility to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others Ability to work well with others and to promote a team attitude in all environmentsJOB CONTEXT:The Director of Quality and Education typically works Monday through Friday balancing a schedule of on-site community visits and office time. This person will travel to communities on a regular basis and as needed to help support all quality and educational initiatives and priorities and to help maintain the safety and happiness of the residents and team members. This person must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks and demands and be able to model and teach these skills to community team members as needed. The Director of Quality and Education is expected to adhere to all company policies and support the mission brand promises and values of the organization.