Director of Nursing

We are looking for an experienced Director of Nursing to organize and oversee all nursing operations of Sterling County Nursing Home. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that the overall operation of our Nursing Department is in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to ensure that the highest level of quality care is maintained at all times.

As Director of Nursing, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. In the absence of the Medical Director, you are charged with carrying out the resident care polices established by the facility.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Working Conditions :

Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses’ stations, resident rooms, etc.).

Moves intermittently during working hours.

Is subject to frequent interruptions.

Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies / personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.

Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors.

Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. On call every other week.

Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).

Is involved in community / civic health matters / projects as appropriate.

Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.

Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents’ needs.

Responsibilities

Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN etc.)

Guide staffing procedures

Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department

Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures

Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high-quality standards

Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed

Manage record-keeping procedures

Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations

Report to upper management

Skills

Proven experience as director of nursing

Knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in long term care

Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration

Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel

Great communication and people skills

Outstanding organizational and stress management skills

Aptitude in problem-solving

Degree in nursing; Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus

Valid nursing and CPR certification

Sterling County Nursing Home offers the following : Retirement (with employer match), Health Insurance, vision and dental, paid time off.

Sterling County nursing home is a great place to work with a small-town feel.

Medical Specialty

Geriatrics

Supplemental pay

Signing bonus of $5000.00