Director of Nursing

Children's Health of Northern CA•Saratoga, CA

6d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Director of Nursing, RN – CHONC Pediatric Facilities Our children deserve the best. We are seeking a passionate individual to lead our Saratoga Pediatric Subacute facility. The Children’s Healthcare Organization of Northern California (CHONC) is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) CHONC – Saratoga Pediatric Subacute is in Saratoga, CA with 37 SNF beds The successful candidate must have exceptional communication skills, an exhaustive knowledge of laws governing delivery of care in California, a track record of success as a DON, demonstratable sound judgement, a strong work ethic, and the innate ability to create a warm and caring clinical home while simultaneously meeting the highest standards for care and providing rigorous statutory oversight. A positive demeanor and deep compassion are essential in this role. This position provides competitive salary, matching 401k, medical and dental benefits, and a critical role with an organization whose mission is unique, whose patients are incredible, whose staff is dedicated, and whose ownership is committed to making our children’s lives better in every way. If this sounds like the place for you, we look forward to meeting you to further discuss this unique opportunity in the heart of Silicon Valley. The DON will direct the nursing staff to provide the highest level of care while ensuring regulatory compliance. The DON will collaborate with the IDT members to coordinate the seamless care of the patient from admission to discharge. The DON can be assured they will work for a company that truly values the community it serves. The company is committed to making each day the best that it can be for every resident. This position requires a strong, seasoned DON with extensive long-term care management experience and the leadership skills required to ensure the best care possible for all residents.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with 3+ years of solid management experience in LTC
License issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
Stable employment history
Extensive knowledge of state regulations with regard to long term care
BLS and PALS from (AHA) American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in sub-acute care strongly preferred, pediatric experience preferred.
Bachelors Nursing Degree (BSN)

Responsibilities

Maintaining regulatory compliance & ensuring high quality medical care for all residents
Proactively responding to survey and/or standards of care issues by complying with Title 22 and OBRA regulations
Coaching and mentoring the nursing team and leading by example
Developing / updating Nursing Department policies & procedures
Developing, implementing, and evaluating programs to enrich the recruitment, retention and continuing education of the nursing staff
Ensure nursing documentation is accurate and timely by periodic review
Closely monitoring Nursing Department budget and facilitating resource stewardship
Maintaining optimal employee relations and being a positive change agent
Ensuring nurse and RT staffing hours are met for compliance with PPD
Collaborate with Medical Director and other community physicians in providing excellent nursing care for the residents
Review 24-hour report for change of condition, physician's orders and ensures appropriate care is delivered by nursing team to all the residents in the facility
The DON is responsible for all the patients in the acute beds under the GACH license and d/p SNF
Effectively determines the competency of the nursing staff along with the DSD
Follow through with the Incident Reports and complete QA process as needed
Must possess exceptional communication and customer service skills
Must be able to effectively communicate in English – verbal and written
Responsible for reviewing and approving admissions from referral agencies along with Medical Director and Administrator
Collaborates with Medical Director and Discharge Planner to ensure safe discharge to next level of care