Director of Nursing RN - Long Term Care Facility en Pillar Stone Healthcare Company

Description

Introduction

Join our dynamic healthcare team as the Director of Nursing, where you'll lead and inspire our dedicated nursing staff to deliver exceptional patient care. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our nursing strategies, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and fostering a collaborative environment. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's success and patient outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

- Oversee the nursing department, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

- Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures to improve patient care and safety.

- Lead and manage nursing staff, including recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and mentorship.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment plans.

- Monitor and manage department budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effective practices.

- Ensure continuous improvement in nursing services through quality assurance programs and feedback mechanisms.

- Facilitate communication between nursing staff, administration, and other departments.

- Stay informed on the latest nursing practices, technologies, and regulations to incorporate them into the department.

- Develop and oversee educational programs and professional development opportunities for nursing staff.

- Ensure the facility meets all accreditation and licensing requirements related to nursing services.

- Lead initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and address any concerns or complaints promptly.

- Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes for the healthcare facility.

- Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all nursing staff.

- Represent the nursing department in meetings, committees, and professional organizations.

- Prepare and present reports on nursing department performance and patient care outcomes to senior management.

Requirements

Job Requirements

Current RN license in good standing

CPR certified required; 30 days will be given to complete a course and get certified

Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in English

Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner

Ability to work flexibly and positively with intermittent interruptions

Prefer 2 years nurse management experience in long term care/skilled nursing

The ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations- Strong knowledge of nursing regulations and healthcare compliance standard

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to manage budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Experience in staff development, performance evaluations, and team building.

Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare professionals.

Proficiency with healthcare management software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and quality improvement initiatives.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

 Ability to handle high-stress situations and work in a fast-paced environment.The primary purpose of this job position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern a long term care facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities.