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In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Guests we serve, the Director of Nursing plays a critical role in providing superior customer service and nursing services to all Guests in the facility. The Director of Nursing is responsible for the planning, development and overall operation of the Nursing Department which ensures Guests receive quality care 24 hours a day.
Job Responsibility:
Plans, directs, and supervises the activities of the nursing staff
Ensures the nursing department is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Develop, implement and update department policy and procedures when necessary or as directed
Responsible for providing consistent and sufficient staffing for Guest needs as well as regulatory requirements
Participates in Federal, State and Local agency annual surveys
Review with appropriate department heads any deficiencies noted by government agencies during inspections
Responsible for operating the Nursing Department within budgetary guidelines and limitations
Completes annual performance reviews of all subordinate staff
Provides guidance and education to staff in regards to their performance
Provides counseling and disciplinary action to subordinate staff members as needed
Responsible for training and educating staff members
Assure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained at all times
Follow established safety precautions when preforming tasks and using equipment and supplies
Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment and supply issues to the appropriate persons
Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Guests and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment
Must answer and respond to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas
Assist with new admissions, re-admissions and assist with the transfer of Guests to different rooms within the facility
Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Guests, visitors, families, peers and supervisors
Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Nursing or related field
Graduate from an accredited nursing program
Current State License as Registered Nurse
C.P.R. Certified
5 years R.N. experience
Previous experience managing a department
Nice to have:
10 years R.N. experience
3 years Director of Nursing experience or similar role