Full Time Director of Nursing/Registered Nurse

(Relocation assistance offered for candidates outside of the area) Status: Full-time Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B Street, Tacoma, WA 98404 Apply at: Benefits At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program. Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave. EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits. Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement. Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account). Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company. Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more. Duties and Responsibilities Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities. Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed. Prepare and plan the nursing service department's budget and submit to the Administrator for his/her review, recommendations, and/or approval. Determine the staffing needs of the nursing service department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents. Assist the Administrator and/or the HR Director in the recruitment and selection of nursing service personnel. Assist the HR Director in developing performance evaluation schedules, criteria, and annual reviews for the nursing service department (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, medication aides, etc.). Qualifications Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility. Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months of equivalent experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in this state. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must speak, read, and write English fluently. Must have an active CPR/BLS certification. Please apply online at or email resume to View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Avamere