Area Registered Nurse

Are you a compassionate, hands‑on nurse leader who thrives in a resident‑centered environment? Do you love supporting seniors, growing care teams, and making a meaningful impact every day? We are seeking an exceptional Area Director of Resident Care to join our leadership team and oversee all clinical care and medication services within our Assisted Living and Memory Care community. This role is ideal for a nurse with strong leadership skills, excellent clinical judgment, and a passion for mentoring and developing care staff. Why You’ll Love Working Here A warm, family‑like community where residents and staff feel at home Supportive leadership and a collaborative work culture Competitive pay and benefits Opportunity to shape care standards, develop staff, and directly influence the well‑being of residents A stable company with strong values A chance to grow your leadership experience and impact community‑wide outcomes Benefits Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance through Reliance Standard, including 100% coverage for preventive care (adults, children, and women’s health). Dental insurance through Delta Dental of TN with multiple plan options—no waiting periods and 100% coverage for preventive services. Vision coverage through VSP with annual exams and generous frame/contact allowances. Income Protection & Security: Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability through UNUM. Life and AD&D insurance with guaranteed issue for eligible employees. Optional Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance available for added peace of mind. Shift Details Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Full‑time leadership role with on‑call responsibilities Requires occasional work beyond traditional hours and flexibility during emergencies Fast‑paced environment with frequent interaction with residents, families, and staff Exposure to typical community health environments, including infection control protocols Travel between two communities in Canton, GA and Smyrna, GA. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership Oversee daily resident care and medication management to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance Develop, update, and communicate care plans and assessments Lead infection control protocols and ensure staff training compliance Conduct rounds, monitor resident condition changes, ensure follow‑up and documentation Serve as liaison between residents, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers Participate in resident/family care conferences and Quality Assurance programs Manage clinical aspects of state and federal surveys Maintain care supply inventories and ordering Team Leadership & Supervision Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate care staff Oversee scheduling and staffing levels Provide ongoing coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions when needed Ensure staff maintain certifications and required trainings Lead daily stand‑up meetings and foster strong team communication Customer Service & Community Leadership Model excellent customer service with residents, families, staff, and visitors Participate as part of the community’s leadership team May serve as Acting Director of Resident Care in their absence Ensure resident rights are protected and concerns are addressed promptly Minimum Qualifications 21+ years of age Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse license 1+ year of management experience in Long‑Term Care 1–2 years minimum (3+ preferred) working with seniors or individuals with cognitive decline Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent organization, documentation, and time‑management abilities Ability to work independently and as part of a team Compassionate, ethical, dependable, and committed to resident‑centered care Proficient with computers and basic office equipment Ability to meet health, background check, and driver’s license requirements Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed Ability to lift 10–35 lbs and meet physical requirements of the role Join Our Team Come grow with us and make a difference every day—where your work truly matters! Saybrook is an equal opportunity employer #J-18808-Ljbffr