Director of Nursing Services (DNS) 

Bay Vista Commons

Bremerton, WA

Martha & Mary, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, is dedicated to delivering compassionate care and services to our residents. Our Assisted Living community, BVC, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team. If you have a passion for geriatric care, leadership, and ensuring positive resident outcomes, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact.

As the Director of Nursing, you will be responsible for providing licensed nursing direction and oversight in our Assisted Living facility. You will ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations, implement industry best practices, and maintain high standards of resident care and satisfaction. This role requires a strong leader who can effectively manage nursing staff, advocate for residents, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals.

*Wage: *Annual salary of $78,000 - $88,000 depending on applicable experience 

Key Responsibilities:

Supervisory:

• Lead and supervise the nursing care staff, including hiring, discipline, and annual competency evaluations.
• Develop and implement staff development programs, providing coaching and training to ensure high-quality care.
• Demonstrate clinical skills, critical thinking, and nursing interventions, offering guidance to all staff.
• Ensure adherence to BVC and Martha & Mary nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and philosophies that govern resident care.
• Participate in staff scheduling and rotating on-call duties as needed.

Resident Advocacy:

• Serve as the primary liaison between residents, their families, BVC, Martha & Mary, and healthcare providers.
• Ensure that care provided is resident-centered and that all resident needs are met.
• Work closely with DSHS Surveyors and other regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.

Resident Care:

• Perform and document comprehensive assessments to ensure stable and predictable resident conditions.
• Participate in admissions, transfers, discharges, and monitoring of resident conditions, ensuring care plans are up-to-date.
• Oversee nurse delegation in accordance with Chapter 236-316 WAC, ensuring staff competency and proper training.
• Monitor medication orders, oversee the removal and destruction of medications, and ensure accurate physician orders.
• Conduct resident fall and incident report investigations, providing necessary notifications to the State.

General:

• Maintain a calm demeanor and provide clear and precise instructions.
• Understand and follow policies and procedures, supporting the mission, vision, and values of Martha & Mary.
• Be flexible and willing to cover additional hours, including weekends, holidays, and other shifts.
• Exhibit excellent critical thinking, nursing intervention skills, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solve effectively, handle unpredictable circumstances, and maintain a positive attitude.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of adult/geriatric nursing experience with at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Licensure: Current, unencumbered Washington State RN license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Creative thinking and the ability to provide high-quality services to resid