Traveling Director of Nursing

Aviata Health Group•Tampa, FL
•Hybrid

About The Position

Aviata Health Group is looking for a qualified Traveling Director of Nursing throughout Florida. Must live in Florida. Must be willing to travel throughout Florida. Must have at least 3 years of Director of Nursing experience in long term/skilled nursing. We are searching for a Traveling Director of Nursing (DON) to join our community that is resident & family focused, a team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a facility culture. Responsible for the overall clinical management of a facility. If you are a DON that is team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to build a facility nursing leadership culture, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements

  • Must possess, as a minimum, an RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Must hold an maintain a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in assigned state - state specific licensing is not required for assignments where individual is not acting as the Director Nursing Services.
  • Minimum five (5) years management or supervisory experience in long-term care or acute care.
  • Must possess current CPR Certification.
  • Ability to travel extensively including overnight stays and for extended periods of time.
  • You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

Nice To Haves

  • Restorative or geriatric nursing experience preferred.
  • Proven track record in performance management and effective leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct the overall clinical operations of and provide full-time clinical oversight and accountability for assigned facility.
  • Provide coverage, stabilization and progression of the clinical department during times of vacancies and on-boarding of newly hired leaders.
  • Conduct an immediate assessment of clinical systems/processes in place at the care center they are supporting to ensure compliance with company practices are in place.
  • Leads clinical management staff and consultants in developing and working from a business plan that focuses on all aspects of clinical operations, including setting priorities and job assignments.
  • Monitors each department’s activities, communicates policies, evaluates performance, provides feedback, and assists, coaches and disciplines as needed.
  • Conduct a clinical leadership evaluation of the care center department heads to determine and create a plan to upgrade and or develop talent where identified.
  • Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results as well as the development of a successful management team.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure may apply, along with holiday pay and unlimited Work Life Balance (WLB) program.
  • Access to online learning 24/7: Use it for free to help satisfy your state specific licensure requirements.
  • 401k with a match!
  • Health insurance for the entire family!
  • Ask me about our WLB policy! (vacation)
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