Director of Nursing (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Senior Living Communities•Tega Cay, SC

About The Position

Wellmore of Tega Cay is seeking a Registered Nurse to direct nursing services for its Skilled Nursing department. The position provides overall supervision, provision, and quality oversight of nursing care in Care Services (Healthcare) and residential apartments, in accordance with SLC standards, policies, and procedures. The Director of Nursing collaborates with the Resident Care Director and may assume the Administrator’s responsibilities during the Administrator’s absence. The role includes on-call service on weekends and outside normal working hours, and regular long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of nursing.
Registered nurse with a current state license.
Certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use electronic records, miscellaneous software, and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a similar healthcare position.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, and operate nursing services for the Skilled Nursing department.
Work with the Resident Care Director to provide quality nursing care to residents.
Ensure significant clinical developments are reported to residents’ physicians, the Medical Director, the Executive Director, and the State when necessary.
Coordinate nursing services for Skilled Nursing residents, including arranging outside services such as Home Health, private duty, Hospice, rehabilitation, and psychological services.
Maintain a schedule of daily rounds and assign duties to nursing associates to ensure 24-hour coverage that meets federal and state regulatory requirements and SLC standards.
Order nursing and office supplies and equipment for Skilled Nursing.
Develop and participate in a new associate orientation program, including for private duty and agency associates.
Attend and prepare information for Quarterly Assurance Meetings and annual policy reviews.
Assume the Administrator’s responsibilities in the Administrator’s absence.
Serve on call on weekends and after normal working hours.
Accept Manager on Duty responsibilities when assigned by a supervisor.
Participate in and attend required in-service training and education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.