Provides direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, developing care plans, and directing Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

R.N. Charge Nurse

Also known as a Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC), is an R.N. who oversees the assessment process for nursing home residents, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and using the Minimum Data Set (MDS) tool to guide care planning and reimbursement.

MDS Nurse

Assesses patient needs, develops care plans, coordinates services, and facilitates transitions to ensure optimal care and outcomes. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team (doctors, therapists, nurses, etc.) to create and implement care plans that address the patient's specific needs and goals.

Case Manager

Is responsible for managing a specific unit or department within the nursing facility, ensuring quality patient care services and staff performance.

Nurse Manager/Supervisor

Is a nursing leadership role responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting quality care.

Director of Education

Is an "infection preventionist" (IP) or "infection control practitioner" (ICP) who is the designated person responsible for developing and implementing infection prevention and control programs, ensuring compliance with standards, and educating staff and residents on infection prevention practices.

Infection Control Nurse

Is a specialized R.N. position that plays a crucial role in assessing, treating, and managing wounds, including pressure injuries, that occur in the long term care population. This role also educates staff and patients on proper wound care and prevention.

Wound Nurse

Is the second in command, supporting the Director of Nursing (DON) to ensure the delivery of quality patient care and services, overseeing staffing, and implementing policies and processes.

ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing)

Is the nursing leader of a facility who is responsible for the operation of the entire Nursing Department, including selection, management and development of all nursing staff and creation and development of all nursing policies and processes. The DON participates in the creation of resident care plans and, with support of nurse managers, ensures they are followed. This position is the clinical partner to the facility Administrator/Executive Director and develops the business plan and budget for the nursing unit. This role is the primary communicator with families, residents and physicians concerning the delivery and quality of resident care.

Director of Nursing (DON)