Director of Nursing- DON

• Responsible for the management of the nursing department.
• Participates in orientation and in-service education training.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations for documentation from physicians and nursing personnel and ensuring that all regional policies/procedures are implemented.
• Assists with the care planning process. Develop/implement quality assurance and risk management programs.
• Make rounds daily to direct the work of employees and to observe for hazards, work duty problems, and ensure services are delivered to clients consistent with needs.
• Assists with Continuous Quality Improvement and corrective follow-up actions.
• Completes chart audits and reports results and progress, and makes recommendations for improvement
• Ensures proper infection control techniques are utilized.
• Maintains effective communication with families, residents, and facility staff.

Qualifications:

• Current R.N. license by State required with experience in the long term care or working with the geriatric population preferred.
• Must have at least three years of nursing experience and one year of supervisory experience.
• Clerical ability is necessary to read reports and utilize data accurately for other purposes.
• Skill in organizing and planning programs and managing personnel to provide nursing service for residents.
• Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift