Director of Nursing Sign on Bonus
About The Position
Develop and maintain the nursing-service objectives, standards of nursing practice, nursing policy and procedures manuals, written job descriptions for each level of nursing personnel; make daily rounds, coordinate nursing services with other resident services; staff the recommended number and levels of nursing personnel to be employed; and staff development. Participate in planning, budgeting, and the development and implementation of resident-care policies; plan and conduct orientation programs for personnel; plan and conduct scheduled in-service training for all direct resident-care personnel; participate in medical reviews as dictated by the resident’s levels of care. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited educational institution (school of nursing).
- At least two full years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care with proven leadership and management skills.
- Hold a current, unencumbered license in this state as a registered nurse.
- Working knowledge of nursing services, rehabilitation, therapy, administration, supervision, resident care, etc.; comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice with knowledge of principles and methods involved in instruction of nursing and auxiliary personnel; ability to assess resident’s needs; familiarity with nursing facility policies, regulations, and procedures; knowledge of application of principles of personnel administration in assigning, supervising, and evaluating activities of staff; knowledge and application of techniques and methods of resident care; awareness of special diets and their observance; use of medical and nursing equipment; and knowledge of medications and their effects. Professional standards and code of ethics must be adhered to at all times. A sincere interest in geriatric nursing; maintain a good working relationship with staff, residents, families, and others; identify problems and make decisions; possess leadership skills, compassion, understanding, competence, and be a visionary.
- Knowledge of and ability to meet regulations of Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS); State Health Department; OSHA Life Safety Codes; Facility Policies and Procedures; Nursing Standards of Practice; and Nurse Practice Act.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Memberships: Very much desired and encouraged
- Continuing Education: Encouraged and required if necessary to meet state regulations.
Responsibilities
- Manages nursing employees in the provision of care and services to residents
- Develops nursing policies and procedures that reflect current clinical practice, professional standards, and facility philosophy of care.
- Ensure provision of nursing and nursing related services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho social well-being of residents.
- Ensure safety of all residents, visitors and staff.
- Provides fiscal management for department operations to ensure proper utilization of finances.
- Supervises all personnel in the department.
- Assist Administrator with preparation for long term care survey.
- Provide nursing leadership to Administrator to formulate operational strategies and achieve facility objectives.
- Monitors the provision of care and services to residents on all shifts and evaluates regulatory compliance efforts.
- Performs related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
