Director of Nursing
About The Position
The Director of Nursing plans, develops, and oversees the Nursing Department to ensure Guests receive quality care 24 hours a day. The role provides nursing services and customer service to Guests and is responsible for the department’s operations, regulatory compliance, staffing, budget, staff development, and quality improvement activities. The position supervises all nursing staff, including R.N.s, L.P.N.s, and C.N.A.s. Work takes place primarily in Guest care and office areas in a healthcare setting, with occasional work outdoors and potential contact with Guests who have contagious illnesses. The position requires travel to and from company headquarters and other locations. Rotating shifts, holidays, and work during inclement weather are required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, or a related field.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse (R.N.) license in the state of practice.
- C.P.R. certification.
- Five years of R.N. experience.
- Previous experience managing a department.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements and regulations.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping, and lifting or moving items and patients weighing at least 50 pounds.
- Ability to travel to and from company headquarters and other locations.
Nice To Haves
- Ten years of R.N. experience.
- Three years of Director of Nursing experience or experience in a similar role.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and supervise the activities of nursing staff.
- Ensure the Nursing Department complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Develop, implement, and update department policies and procedures as needed or directed.
- Provide consistent and sufficient staffing to meet Guest needs and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in annual federal, state, and local agency surveys and review identified deficiencies with appropriate department heads.
- Operate the Nursing Department within budgetary guidelines and limitations.
- Complete annual performance reviews of subordinate staff and provide guidance and education regarding performance.
- Provide counseling and disciplinary action to subordinate staff as needed.
- Train and educate staff members.
- Ensure infection-control, prevention, standard-precaution, and safety practices are followed; report hazards, damaged equipment, incidents, and supply issues to the appropriate people.
- Maintain Guests’ comfort, privacy, and dignity and promote a caring environment; ensure each Guest receives person-centered care.
- Respond promptly and courteously to call lights when working in Guest care areas; assist with admissions, readmissions, and transfers between rooms.
- Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with Guests, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors.
- Attend and participate in departmental meetings, in-services, and compliance training, and adhere to the compliance plan.
- Receive direction from the Nursing Home Administrator on organizational QAPI objectives and support those objectives through data collection, analysis, performance-improvement methods, and identification of improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate with the quality committee and senior leaders to prioritize and develop QAPI efforts; lead performance-improvement projects and coach and educate others to develop their skills in leading projects.
- Participate in multidisciplinary QAPI activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
