Director of Nursing

This is an in-office position for a 200+ bed facility. Must have 1-2 years of DON experience from SNF.

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to manage, develop, and direct the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the Administrator and Medical Director.

The Director of Nursing 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

Coordinating with the Administrator to recruit and select nursing staff

Reviewing scheduling and staffing to ensure daily PPD requirements are met

Working with DSD in monitoring the in-service trainings

Providing assistance to nursing staff when needed (including admissions, med pass and wound care)

Making written and verbal recommendations to the Administrator as needed concerning the operations of the nursing department

Maintaining and updating the policies and procedures that govern the daily functions of the nursing department

Developing and conducting performance evaluations for annual reviews of nursing staff

Reviewing residents discharge plans

Making rounds

Assisting in surveys (inspections); and following up with corrective measures

Monitoring the facility’s QI and survey reports

Reviewing complaints and grievances made or filed by staff, residents or third parties

Reporting occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals as   required by state and federal law

Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords

Keeping abreast of new state and federal regulations as they pertain to skilled nursing

Attending meetings and serving on committee’s

Complying with annual facility in-service training programs

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. 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.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

Nursing Degree from accredited school or college

Valid RN license in good standing

Valid CPR and BLS card

Qualifications / Experience

Minimum of 1 year as director of nursing / supervisor for a skilled nursing facility

Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language

Proficiency with PCC a plus

Working Conditions

May encounter frequent interruptions

May be involved with residents, family and government agencies

May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times

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

May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants

May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals

Physical Requirements

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day

Working throughout the nursing areas

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance

Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and / or medical labels