Director of Nursing – Assisted Living Full time/Days We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations within our Assisted Living community. Important: This role requires direct Assisted Living clinical leadership experience. Candidates without hands-on AL experience will not be considered. Schedule: Full time/Days Reports to: Assisted Living Administrator Position Summary The Director of Nursing serves as the clinical leader for our Assisted Living community, responsible for overseeing all nursing services, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving excellence in resident care. This role partners closely with leadership, families, and providers to support resident well-being while fostering a strong, accountable care team. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all clinical operations within the Assisted Living setting Supervise, mentor, and develop nursing staff; conduct performance evaluations Ensure compliance with all state regulations specific to Assisted Living Complete resident assessments and oversee individualized service plans Monitor resident conditions and coordinate care with physicians and providers Oversee medication management, infection control, and clinical protocols Maintain accurate and compliant documentation (PCC experience preferred) Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives Address resident and family concerns with professionalism and urgency Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (life enrichment, dining, etc.) Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment Qualifications Active RN or LPN license (State of Michigan) REQUIRED: Proven leadership experience in an Assisted Living setting (e.g., AL DON, Wellness Director, or similar role) Strong working knowledge of Assisted Living regulations and compliance standards Experience in geriatric care and team leadership Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills CPR/BLS certification required Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) strongly preferred BSN preferred Why Join Us? Supportive leadership team Opportunity to lead and shape clinical excellence in Assisted Living Avesta Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin. We want all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are a U.S. applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us at .Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals with disabilities that are unable to use the online tools and is not intended for other purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr