Director of Nursing

Sevita•Carbondale, IL

2d•$90,000•Onsite

About The Position

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. In the role of Director of Nursing, improve and sustain the superior performance of the facility as evidenced by quality outcomes and financial returns.

Requirements

Preferably three years of experience working with medically complex individuals.
Preferably one year of experience in a leadership/management role.
Current state RN license.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.
Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
Self-motivated and collaborative; a team player.
Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Plan and organize the daily functions of the facility.
Available 24/7 by phone, unless another qualified RN has been scheduled to be available.
Manage financial responsibility within budgetary guidelines.
Complete pre‐admission resident evaluations at their current place of care.
Participate in the development and updating of the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines, licensing requirements, and all company policies and procedures.
Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating, providing corrective action, and terminating staff.
Maintain staffing levels within regulations and budgetary guidelines.
Knowledge of case management to include:
Admission process and resident business files.
Resident funding
Additional funding resources.
Discharge planning
Interdisciplinary team conferences.
Ensure that all Safety Policies and Procedures are followed at all times, including timely completion and submission of all incident and accident reports.
Ultimately responsible for assuring that all resident and staff records are kept complete, organized, and confidential. Initiate and manage emergency procedures.
Manage Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP), Independent Contractors, and vendor services.
Manage the Performance Improvement Program.
Provide and manage Continuing Education Program.
Perform other related duties and activities as required by VP of Operations.
Lead and manage all operations of the facility.