Director Of Nursing

This is what an Excellent Director of Nursing looks like to us:

A Nurse, First. This individual understands that setting the highest standards of quality of care for residents in their center is their responsibility. That responsibility is taken seriously and willingly.

Dedicated to Clinical Quality. This will be apparent in the staff that they hire and how well they train and mentor them. They will be spotted daily on the resident units conducting rounds, reviewing clinical records, ensuring resident care delivery and interacting with staff.

A Fair and Effective Leader. This individual holds the Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants on their team accountable. They create an environment that will allow the team to improve and expand their clinical skills and be proud of the job they do. They foster loyalty and team work by setting the example.

Organized and Level-Headed. Our centers are fast-paced; we manage a high number of patient admissions and discharges. The acuity of our patients continues to rise and this individual is able to support and prepare the team to meet that challenge well.

If you are an Excellent Director of Nursing who can embrace our proven programs and systems, work within our budgeted parameters and wants to partner with Excellent Administrators and Staff, you will be a successful and respected member of Our Team.

Job Description:

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the nursing services department, as well as its programs and activities in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities.

RequirementsExperience as a Director or Assistant Director of Nursing in a long term care facility. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active state license to practice as an RN in this state. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served. Be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, personnel and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.