RN - Director of Nursing - Assisted Living

Elderwood • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood's Assisted Living Community is seeking a nursing leader for the position of Director of Nursing (DON). RN licensure is preferred, and an LPN license will also be considered. The Director of Nursing (RN) is responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of residents by overseeing the overall staffing, staff training and development, and management of personnel in the Nursing Department. This role also encompasses responsibility for the overall quality of care assessment, planning, documentation, and provision of services to residents.

Requirements

• Credentials of Registered Professional Nurse with a current state license required.
• At least two years of supervisory nursing experience required.
• Proficiency in various computer programs, applications, electronic communications, and electronic medical records.
• Ability to participate in facility on call program, which may include working at facility during off hours.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in Assisted Living preferred.
• UAS-PRI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal AH, EHP, ALR, ALP, EALR and SNARL regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all staff management, training, scheduling, and personnel functions
• Responsible for Resident Care Services and the overall direction and supervision of all direct care carried out by resident care staff.
• Evaluate resident on admission, obtain medical history, check physician orders, transfer and pre-admission information. Review resident’s medical and social history. Conduct re-admission assessments for residents in area hospitals when necessary.
• Serve as spokesperson for the Nursing Department for matters relating to the Department of Health.
• Prepare and manage facility budget.
• Conduct clinical workflow analysis and design.
• Oversee operations of the Nursing department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees