RN Clinical Services Specialist

Healthcare ManagerBrookdale is a Great Place to Be:Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.Industry leader in clinical care.Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.Job DescriptionRecognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityMake Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.Part and Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insuranceFull Time Only Benefits EligibilityPaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planTuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.ResponsibilitiesManages the day-to-day healthcare operations of the community to ensure resident's healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as resident's healthcare needs change. Supervises licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. Strengthens clinical processes within community until a replacement is identified, then supports newly assigned Health and Wellness Director. Travels within the division as assigned to support management vacancy, start up, vacations, etc.Responsible for the direct supervision of community-based licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN, RN), the Med Techs/CMAs (if required by State Regulations) and/or Lead Resident Care Associates. May also supervise Resident Care Coordinators and Supervisor, Resident Care.Assigns and directs work of subordinates; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Provides training, supervision, and monitoring of associates in the administration of medications as described/allowed in Nurse Practice Act, to include auditing of medication administration records.Provides training and education to resident care associates on an ongoing basis with classroom in-services, and situation-specific training.Supervises the maintenance of resident charts and reviews documentation performed by care giving staff.As described and allowed in the Nurse Practice Act, assesses health, functional and psycho-social status of residents, initiates individualized service plans, proactively manages care and services for each resident, evaluates effectiveness and maximizes the resident's opportunity to remain in their environment.Manages the health care of residents, including the dissemination of information to families and associates. Ensures that family members are aware of resident's need for scheduled appointments.Participates in pre-admission screening of prospective new residents. Assures that required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission, including nursing assessments, service plans, and other assigned forms. Updates assessments as required by policy and as described/allowed in Nurse Practice Act.Performs on-site evaluations of residents admitted to alternate care environments for treatment, and maintains contact with resident families with the intent of returning resident to Brookdale.Performs ongoing assessment/observation of residents' physical and psycho-social needs and coordinates with other departments to assure quality, proactive care.Evaluates residents; documents changes in condition, and notifies executive director, physician, and resident's legally responsible party/family of resident's condition and reactions. Prepares Physician Visit Form and reviews and updates resident chart.Facilitates continuity of care for those residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other third party healthcare- related services.Participates in or leads meetings relevant to resident care issues, such as Service Plan meetings, involving appropriate parties as needed.Ensures in-house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, dental visits, psych visits, lab, X-ray, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through.Participates in department quality improvement activities.Assists in keeping the environment safe for associates to reduce the occurrence of Workers' Compensation claims by appropriately evaluating resident transfer and mobility needs and involving therapy services as indicated.Shares on-call and manager on duty responsibilities/shifts as required.Strengthens clinical process within the community until permanent replacement is identified.Supports other requirements within the division as assigned.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.QualificationsEducation and Experience Education as required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN). Nurse management, senior living, or post-acute care experience preferred. Basic typing skills along with a working knowledge of personal computing and word processing software are required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements LPN/LVN or RN license.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsStandingRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsWalkingSittingOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverageUse hands and fingers to handle or feelOn-Call on an as needed basisReach with hands and armsPossible exposure to communicable diseases and infectionsClimb or balancePotential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residentsTalk or hearTaste or smellExposure to latexAbility to lift: Up to 50 poundsPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensPossible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazardsSubject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipmentRequires Travel: OccasionallyVisionManagement/Decision Making Applies existing guidelines and procedures to