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Elizabeth Atchison
Open To Work

Elizabeth Atchison

Chaska,MN

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Assisted Living DirectorAssisted Living AdministratorExecutive Director

Work Type

Full TimeConsulting

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Chanhassen, MN, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

80000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats401k match

Summary

Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) with 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in senior living and memory care. Expert in Minnesota DHS regulatory compliance, survey readiness, staffing strategy, and operational oversight. Recognized for strengthening team culture, optimizing workforce coordination, and enhancing communication between care teams and families. Committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care while maintaining regulatory excellence and financial stability.

Staffing professional with proven expertise in recruitment, employee relations, and workforce planning. Reliable team collaborator focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and organizational development, ensuring seamless operational flow and effective talent management. Known for fostering supportive and productive work environment.

Overview

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Certificate
24
24
years of professional experience
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License

Work History

Staffing Coordinator | Memory Care

Trouvaille (Minnesota Assisted Living)
08.2014 - Current
  • Lead staffing operations to ensure regulatory compliance and optimal resident care coverage.
  • Develop and manage scheduling systems aligned with resident acuity and budgetary guidelines.
  • Conduct internal audits and support mock surveys to strengthen DHS readiness.
  • Train and mentor team members on operational procedures and documentation standards.
  • Analyze staffing data and generate reports to guide leadership decision-making.
  • Strengthen communication between caregivers, leadership, and families to improve service outcomes.

HHA

Auburn Homes and Services
Chaska, MN
01.2012 - 01.2014

Caregiver

Private home care
Greenwood, MN
01.2012 - 01.2014

Resident Coordinator

Augustana Emerald Crest
Victoria, MN
01.2009 - 01.2014

CNA

St. John's Lutheran Home
Albert Lea, MN
01.2007 - 01.2009

Caregiver

Sunrise Cottages
Rochester, MN
01.2005 - 01.2006

CNA

Good Samaritan Society
Albert Lea, MN
01.2002 - 01.2005

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Riverland Community College
Austin, MN

Licensed Assisted Living DIrector -

Care Provider's LALD Program
Chaska, MN
06-2025

Skills

  • Minnesota DHS Compliance & Assisted Living Licensure
  • Memory Care Operations Leadership
  • Survey Readiness & Risk Mitigation
  • Staffing Strategy & Workforce Optimization
  • Quality Assurance & Care Plan Oversight
  • Family Relations & Conflict Resolution
  • Operational Workflow Improvement
  • Team Development & Culture Building
  • Staff scheduling
  • New hire onboarding
  • Strong organization
  • Staff coordination

Certification

  • Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) – Minnesota
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certified

Timeline

Staffing Coordinator | Memory Care

Trouvaille (Minnesota Assisted Living)
08.2014 - Current

HHA

Auburn Homes and Services
01.2012 - 01.2014

Caregiver

Private home care
01.2012 - 01.2014

Resident Coordinator

Augustana Emerald Crest
01.2009 - 01.2014

CNA

St. John's Lutheran Home
01.2007 - 01.2009

Caregiver

Sunrise Cottages
01.2005 - 01.2006

CNA

Good Samaritan Society
01.2002 - 01.2005

No Degree - Nursing

Riverland Community College

Licensed Assisted Living DIrector -

Care Provider's LALD Program