Delegating Nurse (RN)

Lighthouse Hopkins Creek – Essex, MD

About the Community

Lighthouse Senior Living is a premier assisted living community dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming environment for the residents who call our community home. At Lighthouse Hopkins Creek, we are committed to delivering high-quality care, strong clinical oversight, and a supportive team environment. If you are a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a meaningful and impactful role, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Delegating Nurse (RN) is responsible for overseeing clinical compliance and ensuring high-quality care for residents in accordance with Maryland regulations. This role partners closely with the Executive Director and Health & Wellness leadership to support resident care, staff education, and regulatory adherence.

What You Will Do

• Ensure clinical compliance in accordance with Maryland state regulations and community policies
• Perform pre-admission, admission, and re-admission assessments, including development of initial service plans
• Complete required resident assessments (initial, 45-day, quarterly, and post-hospitalization)
• Oversee and conduct competency evaluations and ongoing training for medication administration and caregiving staff
• Evaluate residents’ ability to safely self-administer medications on a quarterly basis
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Director of Health & Wellness, residents, and families to develop and update care plans
• Provide clinical oversight and ensure compliance with Delegating Nurse requirements in Maryland
• Participate in community meetings including daily stand-ups, at-risk meetings, and quality assurance reviews
• Conduct audits (including medication cart audits) and address compliance concerns
• Monitor resident care and ensure appropriate levels of service are provided through regular assessments and observation
• Communicate with physicians, regulatory agencies, and families when care concerns arise
• Support a culture of compassion, respect, and teamwork across the community

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Delegating Nurse (DN) certification in the State of Maryland required
• 2–5 years of experience in a clinical or wellness nursing role preferred
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Strong knowledge of Maryland assisted living regulations
• Ability to assess, develop, and adjust individualized care plans
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative approach

Work Environment & Expectations

• On-call responsibilities required
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Exposure to healthcare environments and infectious conditions
• Must demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and teamwork at all times

Why Join Lighthouse Hopkins Creek?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents’ lives
• Supportive leadership and team-oriented environment
• Stable and growing senior living organization
• Competitive pay based on experience

Apply Today

If you are a dedicated RN passionate about senior care and clinical excellence, we would love to hear from you. Join our team at Lighthouse Hopkins Creek and help us provide exceptional care to our residents every day.