Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care
About The Position
The Director of Nursing administers the nursing program in a long-term care facility, maintaining resident-care standards and improving the quality and efficiency of geriatric services. This role is responsible for the overall quality of care provided by nursing personnel and advises medical staff, department heads, and administrators on nursing services and related strategies. The position oversees day-to-day facility operations, including resident-care quality, care management, environmental safety, budget constraints, and regulatory compliance. It manages nursing staff, schedules and evaluates employees, coordinates and delegates clinical and operational work, and may provide nursing care to residents as needed. The director also helps develop and implement marketing and community programs and leads clinical programs, policies, procedures, and protocols to support system integration and adherence.
Requirements
- Five years of nursing experience.
- Current, unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where nursing practice occurs, or multistate licensure if practicing in a Nurse Licensure Compact state.
- Thorough knowledge of the nursing practice act and standards of nursing care.
- Working knowledge of administrative and management techniques.
- Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred, but not required.
- Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA-accredited programs.
- Housing with Services, HUD, and/or assisted living experience is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Administer the nursing program in a long-term care facility and maintain standards of resident care.
- Promote quality and efficiency in the geriatric care process and oversee the quality of care provided by nursing personnel.
- Advise medical staff, department heads, and administrators about nursing services and strategies.
- Interpret nursing-service policies and objectives for staff and community groups.
- Monitor nursing staff operations and ensure compliance with organizational and governmental regulations and standards.
- Schedule staff and conduct employee performance reviews.
- Provide nursing care to residents as needed.
- Assist with developing and implementing marketing activities and programs, including community activities, special events, and media activities.
- Oversee day-to-day facility operations, including resident care, program and care management, environmental safety, budget constraints, and regulatory compliance.
- Delegate and coordinate clinical, operational, and managerial activities to meet department objectives.
- Manage and direct the work of individuals or teams.
- Maintain communication and address changes in the healthcare environment across the system.
- Lead the development and execution of clinical programs, policies, procedures, and protocols, ensuring system integration and adherence.
Benefits
- Incentive bonus opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
