RN - Director of Nursing (Assisted Living Facility)

Post Acute Partners Tonawanda, NY 14150, US

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Up to $105,000 / yr

Overview

Enhanced Compensation Package - Director of Nursing Salary Now Up to $105,000

Lead with purpose. Shape care. Build a nursing culture that lasts.

Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda is seeking an accomplished, people-centered Director of Nursing (RN) to lead clinical excellence in one of our most dynamic and high-impact assisted living communities. This is a pivotal leadership role for a nurse executive who believes that strong systems, empowered teams, and high standards are the foundation of exceptional resident care.

Located in the town of Tonawanda’s Sheridan-Parkside neighborhood, Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda serves residents , offering a DON the opportunity to practice at the top of their license while shaping the full nursing operation - strategy, staffing, quality, and culture.

Why This Role Matters:

As Director of Nursing, you are not just overseeing care - you are defining it. You will:

Set the clinical vision and expectations for the entire Nursing Services Department
Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing nursing leadership team
Drive quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with the Administrator, Medical Director, Pharmacy, and interdisciplinary leaders
Be the clinical voice and decision-maker residents, families, and staff trust

Who Thrives Here:

You are a confident, steady, and respected nurse leader who:

Builds trust and accountability through clear communication
Leads with presence, fairness, and follow-through
Creates an environment where staff feel proud of their work
Solves problems thoughtfully and diplomatically
Balances compassion with operational discipline

Why Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda:

Staff are experienced in helping residents with life’s daily activities
available 24-hours a day to provide a safe, secure and vibrant living experience complete with fun and engaging activities
Opportunity to make visible, lasting impact
A community-based setting with strong local roots
Part of Elderwood’s mission: People Caring for People

Ready to Lead Where It Counts?

If you’re looking for a DON role where your leadership is felt, respected, and essential, we’d welcome the conversation.

Apply today and help shape the future of care at Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda.

Responsibilities

RN - Director of Nursing (Assisted Living)

Responsible for all staff management, training, scheduling, and personnel functions
Responsible for Resident Care Services and the overall direction and supervision of all direct care carried out by resident care staff.
Evaluate resident on admission, obtain medical history, check physician orders, transfer and pre-admission information. Review resident’s medical and social history. Conduct re-admission assessments for residents in area hospitals when necessary.
Serve as spokesperson for the Nursing Department for matters relating to the Department of Health.
Prepare and manage facility budget.
Conduct clinical workflow analysis and design.
Oversee operations of the Nursing department.

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Qualifications

RN - Director of Nursing (Assisted Living)

Credentials of Registered Professional Nurse with a current state license required.
Clinical experience in Assisted Living preferred.
At least two years of supervisory nursing experience required.
UAS-PRI certification preferred.
Knowledge of state and federal AH, EHP, ALR, ALP, EALR and SNARL regulations preferred.
Proficiency in various computer programs, applications, electronic communications, and electronic medical records.
Ability to participate in facility on call program, which may include working at facility during off hours.

This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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