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Healthcare Director - Bellingham WA

Highgate Senior Living, Bellingham

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Healthcare Director | Highgate Senior Living – Bellingham, WA

Compensation: $ –$ per year

LOVE YOUR WORK. JOIN OUR TEAM.

A community, not a facility. Highgate Senior Living takes a holistic, person-first approach and encourages independence. We treat residents and team members like family. This is your opportunity to support our mission and positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.

About the role

Lead day‑to‑day nursing for assisted living and memory care—supporting dignity, choice, and quality of life.

Partner with residents, families, providers, nurses, caregivers, and med techs while guiding the clinical team.

What you’ll do

  • Oversee clinical operations, assessments, and care planning
  • Respond to changes in condition and coordinate with providers
  • Coach, schedule, and develop nursing and care teams
  • Uphold documentation standards and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate on staffing, training, and quality

Skills & attributes

  • Leadership and team development
  • Clear, observation‑based communication and documentation
  • Calm, decisive presence in emergencies
  • Business awareness for labor and expenses
  • EHR/eMAR proficiency; MS Office comfort

Relatable experience

  • Nursing leadership in senior living, LTC, or related settings
  • Experience with pharmacies, physicians, and care partners
  • Scheduling, training, and documentation responsibilities

Qualifications

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Current RN license; 2+ years’ experience (geriatrics a plus)
  • Current negative TB test; CPR (or willingness to obtain)
  • Background check clearance

Why join Highgate

  • 401(k) with matching
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Competitive pay: (see above)
  • Full benefits package
  • Growth pathways and internal promotions
  • Positive, inclusive, values-driven culture

Join a workplace that values heart, purpose, and community. Apply today — we’d love to meet you

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