RN - Assistant Director of Nursing

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Benchmark Senior Living is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Supervisor/Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team in Fairfield, CT.

As a Nursing Supervisor at Sturges Ridge of Fairfield, you will manage the successful operation of the Resident Care Department, under the leadership of the Resident Care Director within our senior living community. Responsibility includes direct oversight, coaching, and direct supervision of all resident care service providers in the community.  Provide on-floor nursing support to our residents and interact with family members. Incumbent will also conduct external and internal assessments and be available to take on call as needed. 

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday

Shift: Days

Employment Status: Full-Time

Responsibilities:

• Communicating with families and friends of residents
• Assuring compliance with all resident care related regulations (e.g., medication management)
• Documenting and providing accurate record-keeping, as appropriate
• Demonstrating personal/resident safety methods and procedures 

 Required Education/Skills/Experience:

• Being a Registered Nurse, per state regulations.
• Required is a minimum of 1 year Assisted Living/Home Care or Hospice experience as a RN and 2 years' experience in a care setting as a RN
• Certified in Gerontology through the American Nurses Credentialing Association a plus
• Knowledge of Dementia care a plus
• Ability to lift 50 pounds individually
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to be on call as identified by the community 

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 

• 8 holidays & 2 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

*Eligibility may vary by employment status 

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