RN Director of Health Services DHS

Lakeridge Assisted Living

Lakeridge Assisted Living, a Cassia community, is hiring a RN, Director of Health Services (DHS) to join the team at Buffalo, MN. As the Director of Health Services at Lakeridge Assisted Living, you will lead the clinical team in providing excellent care for our residents. You will be responsible for organizing, directing, implementing and evaluating the clinical program to deliver exceptional resident care and services in line with regulations and clinical best practices. This position is supported by our after-hours RN team that will triage all calls evenings, weekends, nights and holidays! As the Director of Health Services , you will help bring to life the mission and values of Cassia to guide the clinical team to provide the highest level of customer excellence to our residents. Position Type: Full-Time Wage Range: $85,000 - $90,000 Annually depending on experience Location: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313

RN Director of Health Services (DHS) Responsibilities:

• Complete initial assessment of potential residents.
• Oversee nursing care for Assisted Living residents.
• Create and implement individual Care Plan for each resident.
• Ensure residents' rights are protected and advocates on their behalf.
• Communicate with healthcare providers, county personnel and family regarding residents' current needs and health status.
• Take fiscal responsibility for setting and staying within budget for nursing and care-related areas.
• Monitors and maintains resident charts and progress notes.
• Oversees ordering, set up and administration of all medications.
• Fulfills staffing requirements for nursing department including hiring, evaluation and scheduling.
• Provides health and medication training to all nursing personnel as well as continued education and documents teaching and training assuring compliance with current regulations.
• Oversees and conducts supervision of nursing staff including employee guidance, coaching and discipline to maintain high standard of care and positive work environment.
• Manage the facility in the absence of the Executive Director or other certified designees.

RN Director of Health Services (DHS) Qualifications:

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as Registered Nurse (RN) in Minnesota.
• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Experience in AL preferred.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, family members and staff while promoting a positive atmosphere in the nursing department.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees

About Us:

At Lake Ridge Care Center in Buffalo, MN, we're proud recipients of the 2025 Customer Service Award and have proudly maintained a five-star rating for the past three years . Our excellent work experience is reflected in the longevity and loyalty of our team, where many have served our residents for years. We offer a supportive and welcoming work environment where employees are truly valued and empowered to grow. Staff enjoy strong team connection , opportunities for career development , and the chance to make meaningful connections with residents every day. Join us at Lake Ridge, where dedication is recognized and compassion is at the heart of everything we do.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers.

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.