ALF Director of Nursing

Signature Living of Jefferson City•Jefferson City, TN

23h•$51 - $54

About The Position

The Director of Nursing will manage the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with Company policies, standards of nursing practices and governmental regulations so as to maintain excellent care of all residents' needs. This role involves participating in facility surveys, assuming responsibility of the facility in the absence of administrators, overseeing the employee health program, monitoring various reports, and planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the nursing services department.

Requirements

Possess an Active LPN license in the state of residence
Minimum of five (5) years' experience.
One (1) to two (2) years management/supervisory experience required.
Must have a current/active CPR certification

Responsibilities

Manage the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with Company policies, standards of nursing practices and governmental regulations so as to maintain excellent care of all residents' needs.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized governmental agencies.
In the absence of the Administrator and Assistant Administrator (if applicable), assume responsibility of the facility.
Oversee the employee health program in cooperation with the Medical Director and Staff Development Coordinator.
Monitor the Weekly Level of Care Report, Dietary Consultant Report, Pharmacy Consultant Report and take appropriate actions.
Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the nursing services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.