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 safe, high-quality, resident-centered services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing the nursing team and care programs
- Conducting resident assessments and overseeing Individualized Service Plans (ISP)
- Monitoring resident condition changes and coordinating with physicians and clinical partners
- Managing medication administration and infection control programs
- Driving Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with federal, state/provincial, and nursing regulations
- Recruiting, hiring, training, and performance managing clinical staff
- Managing staffing, scheduling, and departmental budgets
- Partnering with sales to evaluate move-in suitability
Ideal candidates possess strong clinical leadership, team management, regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills.
The role demands a focus on clinical excellence, resident wellness, and ensuring regulatory compliance, all while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.