RN Director of Health Services DHS Lake Ridge

Lake Ridge Assisted Living, a Cassia Community, is hiring a Director of Health Services (RN) in Buffalo, MN!  At Lake Ridge Assisted Living, you will join a team that will foster your skills and help you grow your career. In addition to great benefits, we are offering a $10,000 Bonus!

In this leadership role at Lake Ridge Assisted Living, you will lead the clinical team in providing excellent care for our residents. You will be responsible for organizing, directing, implementing and evaluating the clinical program to deliver exceptional resident care and services in line with regulations and clinical best practices. This position is supported by our after-hours RN team that will triage all calls evenings, weekends, nights and holidays! As the Director of Health Services (RN), you will help bring to life the mission and values of Cassia to guide the clinical team to provide the highest level of customer excellence to our residents.
 

Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position

Wage Range: $81,000 - $93,000 Annually depending on experience

Bonus: $10,000

Lake Ridge Assisted Living Address: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313

RN Director of Health Services (DHS) Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care.
• Complete initial assessment of potential Independent and Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents.
• Create and implement individual Care Plan for each resident.
• Ensure residents’ rights are protected and advocates on their behalf.
• Communicate with healthcare providers, county personnel and family regarding residents’ current needs and health status.
• Take fiscal responsibility for setting and staying within budget for nursing and care-related areas.
• Monitors and maintains resident charts and progress notes.
• Oversees ordering, set up and administration of all medications.
• Fulfills staffing requirements for nursing department including hiring, evaluation and scheduling.
• Provides health and medication training to all nursing personnel as well as continued education and documents teaching and training assuring compliance with current regulations.
• Oversees and conducts supervision of nursing staff including employee guidance, coaching and discipline to maintain high standard of care and positive work environment.

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as Registered Nurse (RN) in Minnesota.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Senior Living Experience (SNF or AL) Required.
• Must be familiar with Assisted Living rules and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, family members and staff while promoting a positive atmosphere in the nursing department.

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

The loving professional care provided to our residents has earned Lake Ridge Assisted Living (27-beds) many honors. We received the 2025 Customer Experience Award for categories such as response to problems, recommendations to others, and overall customer experience. We would love you to join our team today!

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.lakeridgesenior.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.