Director of Nursing-RN

Stonebridge Adams Street • Jefferson City, MO

2h

About The Position

The Director of Nursing oversees the nursing department, coordinating care, quality of interventions and outcomes, and financial management of clinical services. The position works with every department in the facility and leads, motivates, educates, and mentors licensed and certified staff.

The Director plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs Nursing Services operations, programs, and activities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The role supports compassionate, high-quality resident care; supervises nursing staff and schedules; contributes to quality improvement, infection control, budgeting, recruitment, and regulatory survey readiness; and communicates with residents, families, medical professionals, and facility teams to coordinate services and address concerns. The Director may provide direct nursing care and acts in an administrative capacity when the Administrator is absent.

Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least three years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related healthcare facility.
• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the operations, programs, and activities of the Nursing Services department in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Interpret and communicate policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitor staff practices and implementation.
• Participate in admission decisions and daily or weekly management team meetings concerning census changes, resident status changes, complaints, and concerns.
• Evaluate nursing personnel performance and implement discipline according to operational policies.
• Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities, including assigned performance improvement committee duties.
• Facilitate, serve, attend, or participate in facility committees as appointed.
• Ensure compassionate, quality care and nursing supervision, including adequate unit staffing, cleanliness, and maintenance of resident function.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify and resolve issues and improve services.
• Oversee nursing schedules to meet resident needs and regulatory and budget standards.
• Participate in recruitment, hiring, and termination of nursing personnel.
• Conduct rounds to observe residents and ensure nursing needs are met.
• Observe nursing care and supervise the development of in-service education to maintain staff competency.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Monitor, assist with, and implement the infection control program in accordance with current guidelines.
• Participate in nursing department budget development, including medical, nursing, and central supplies.
• Assist with inspection survey preparation, including staff in-services and mock surveys as indicated.
• Participate in the facility plan of correction after inspection surveys and implement required follow-up for nursing allegations.
• Communicate with residents, medical and nursing staff, family members, department heads, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and resolve complaints and concerns.
• Review resident incidents and concerns daily, identify unusual occurrences, and promptly report them to the Administrator and/or state agency for appropriate action.
• Monitor for potential abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property and participate in investigations.
• Promote safe work practices, safety rules, and accident prevention procedures.
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary.
• Act in an administrative capacity when the Administrator is absent.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability
• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities and recognition
• Up to six paid holidays per year and/or double-time opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director