Resident Care Director Role Overview
The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the clinical leader within a senior living community, responsible for overseeing
health, wellness, and care coordination to deliver high-quality, resident-centered services.
They lead and manage the nursing team, conduct resident assessments, and oversee
Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
Additional duties include monitoring resident condition changes, coordinating with physicians and clinical partners,
managing medication and infection control programs, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
The RCD drives clinical excellence, regulatory adherence, and team performance while supporting care standards.
The role also involves recruiting, training, performance management, staffing, scheduling, and managing departmental budgets.
Partnering with Sales to evaluate move-in appropriateness is also key.
Ideal candidates possess strong clinical leadership skills, knowledge of healthcare regulations, and the ability to foster team collaboration.
Benefits include comprehensive health plans, retirement options, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and bonus opportunities.