Senior Director of Clinical Services- RN-SNF

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Director of Clinical Services is a key leadership role responsible for providing expert clinical guidance and support to nursing staff within skilled nursing facilities. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care, adherence to regulatory standards, and the implementation of best practices in clinical operations.

The Senior Director of Clinical Services will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will knock before entering each resident's room. They will refer to each resident by their name. They will be courteous to families, visitors and all staff. They will maintain a positive and calm disposition. They will communicate clearly, diplomatically, and effectively when speaking to residents, family members, visitors, staff and any governmental agency personnel. They will make sound independent decisions. They will set an example of working collaboratively between multidisciplinary teams. They will demonstrate patience, initiative and willingness to assist residents that may be difficult. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Clinical Expertise and Support :

• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff, providing guidance on complex patient care issues.
• Assist in the development and implementation of clinical protocols and procedures.
• Support the nursing team in delivering evidence-based care.

Quality Improvement :

Education and Training :

Regulatory Compliance :

Collaboration and Communication :