Director of Nursing

Required Qualifications

A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.

Must have at least three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.

Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a practicing state.

Knowledgeable of Nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines about long-term care.

Current CPR certification.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the overall operations of the Nursing Services department, as well as its programs and activities, by current state and federal laws and regulations.

Interprets and communicates policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitors staff practices and implementation.

Participates in all admission decisions.

Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss census changes, resident changes in status, complaints, or concerns.

Evaluate the work performance of all nursing personnel and implement discipline according to operational policies.

Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as appointed.

Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate staff coverage on the units, general cleanliness, and optimal resident functions.

Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify and resolve issues and improve the quality of services.

Oversee nursing schedules to meet resident needs and regulatory and budget standards. Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and termination of Nursing personnel. Performs rounds to observe residents and ensure nursing needs are being met.

Conducts observations of Nursing care and supervises the development of in-service education to ensure nursing staff is competent in current knowledge and skills.

Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Monitors, assists, and implements the infection control program per current infection control guidelines to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection.

Participates in budget development for the nursing department, medical, nursing, and central supplies. Assists in preparing inspection surveys, including staff in-services on survey processes and participation in mock surveys as indicated. Participates in the facility’s plan of correction response to an inspection survey and implements any follow-up required for nursing allegations.

Communicates directly with residents, medical and nursing staff, family members, department heads, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and services and respond to and resolve complaints and concerns.

Oversees resident incidents and concerns daily to identify unusual occurrences and promptly reports them to the Administrator and/or state agency for appropriate action. Monitors for allegations of potential abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property and participates in the investigative process. Promotes safe work practices, safety rules, and accident prevention procedures to prevent employee injury and illness.

May provide direct nursing care as necessary. Acts in an administrative capacity in the absence of the Administrator.