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Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

WHY NURSES LOVE WORKING AT COGIR

• Exceptional Clinical Support - backed by national and regional expertise, you're never alone.
• Multiple licensed nurses per community - more collaboration, better coverage, and a greater peace of mind.
• Internal processes for license protection.
• Tuition reimbursement - for additional coursework, multi-state licensure, and more.
• In-state relocation assistance is available.
• Transportation stipend (position-specific).

POSITION SUMMARY 

Our Delegating Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our residents. In collaboration with the Resident Care Coordinator, this position delivers high-quality care through initial and ongoing health assessments, medication management, and coordinated care planning. The Delegating Nurse oversees residents' physical and psychosocial needs and collaborates with all departments to ensure exceptional service. This role engages regularly with residents, families, team members, vendors, and community partners. They provide training, supervision, and coaching to the clinical team while fostering a positive, energetic, and resident-centered environment. The Delegating Nurse is responsible for day-to-day clinical operations and for ensuring full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and company policies.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform resident assessments and reassessments in accordance with policies, monitoring any changes in condition.
• Communicate with the Health and Wellness Director about resident needs to ensure consistent service quality.
• When necessary, participate in hands-on care, medication administration, and specific nursing tasks.
• Schedule and assign caregiving and med tech shifts to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with staffing guidelines and department allowances.
• Supervise, train, and support care team members, promoting teamwork and adherence to care standards.
• Assist in the transcription of physicians' orders and the review of new physicians' orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident records, including care plans, incident reports, and medical documentation.
• Coordinate care planning with home health agencies on-site, working within community and company policies.
• Address residents' special needs, requests, and complaints.
• Coordinate admissions with the sales team, including supervising move-ins.
• Understand the community's care regulations, as well as state-specific regulations.
• Facilitate communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless care delivery. 

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certifications:

• A valid, incumbent nursing license (RN) and a Delegating Nurse certificate are required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• An associate degree or higher in nursing is preferred, or a combination of education and experience. Additional coursework in management is an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least four (4) years working in geriatric nursing, including experience with medication administration, delivery systems, and pharmacies.
• At least one (1) year of relevant supervisory experience, including staff scheduling and management, is preferred. 
• Experience with memory care is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork mindset.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Ability and willingness to participate in on-call rotation.
• Must meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.