Director of Nursing (LPN or RN)
Company: North Georgia Assisted Living
Location: Dawsonville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary of Responsibility: Ensures that the resident care
department is operated efficiently and in compliance with all
applicable legislation and regulatory requirements; provides the
highest possible standard of care through effective use of the
nursing process; responsible for selection, orientation and
education of the resident care staff; is ready and able to take
global responsibility for the community in the absence of the
Executive Director. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental
insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance
Paid time off Vision insurance Duties: Responsible for the
development and maintenance of wellness objectives, standards of
wellness practice, wellness policies and procedure manuals. Manages
and supervises the inventory of Medication, dispensing of said
medications and the Medication Administration Records for all
residents. Ensures that each employee assigned to dispense
medications is trained and qualified as stated by the regulations
of the State. Responsible for infection control policy and
procedures, updating and maintaining manual where indicated and
keeping sufficient infection control supplies on hand in an easily
accessible place. Assist the Community Administrator or Executive
Director in planning, decision-making and budgeting for wellness
care services. Has administrative authority, responsibility and
accountability for the functions, activities and development of all
wellness personnel. Coordinate with the Food Service Director to
ensure that all residents receive diets prescribed by the
physician. Recommend the number and categories of wellness
personnel needed and select, train, supervise, evaluate, counsel
and discharge wellness staff in accordance with established company
policies and standards. Responsible for maintaining documentation
which reflects wellness care provided, individual’s response to
care and disposition of each case. Develop, maintain and
periodically update written policies and procedure that govern the
day-to-day functions of the community, in conjunction with the
wellness team. Arrange for a competent, qualified staff member to
assume the duties and responsibilities during any absence of the
Director of Wellness. Participate in the interviewing and selection
of residents for admission, as well as on an ongoing basis, to
ensure the community meets appropriate placement needs of resident.
Maintain open, effective and ongoing communication with the
community’s medical staff and medical community. Ensure a safe and
sanitary environment for residents, employees and visitors. Keep
the Executive Director informed regarding work performance of
resident care staff and any unusual incident or problem regarding
residents, employees or community. Maintain the confidentiality of
all resident care information. Assume full responsibility for the
operation and management of the community in the temporary absence
of the Executive Director or Assistant Director. Perform any duties
as determined or assigned by the Executive Director. Education and
Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in a health care
community and at least one year of successful administrative or
supervisory experience. Experience in geriatrics, emergency care,
and first-aid. Must be an LPN or RN Must obtain valid Continuing
Education credits as required by the state of this community. Must
have training in the special needs of the cognitively impaired
resident i.e., Alzheimer and Dementia training with focus on
Validation Therapy. Must be able to read, write and speak the
English language.
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