Director of Nursing

JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR OF NURSING

JOB CODE: 12

DEPARTMENT: NURSING

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT 

REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR

JOB SUMMARY: Participates as a member of the facilities management team in planning and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions and operations of the facilities nursing services within the framework of the objectives and policies established by Caraday Healthcare plans and coordinates nursing services. In summary, is responsible for patient care, management, resource management and fiscal management. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for managing, directing and supervising nursing services 
•  Define and maintain the standards of nursing practice within the facility 
•  Assess the quality of care rendered 
•  Help with development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services and other services under his or her position control 
• Help in verifying employee credentials under his or her position control 
•  Responsible for staff performance, staff recruitment, staff retention and staff development 
•  Responsible for collaborating with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development 
• Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing a budgeted process for staffing and services rendered 
• Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct the infection prevention and control program and its activities in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs
• Evaluate the quality and cost-effectiveness of staffing and services within the goals of the facility Serve as spokesperson for nursing matters and represents the facility with professional nursing and related organizations 
•  Participate in appropriate meetings and committees 
•  Promote positive public relations with patients, residents, family members, and guests 
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations 
• Use appropriate workplace behavior and adhere to dress code at all times 
•  Understand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure resident safety

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Current RN license 
•  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

Preferred 

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations

WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned, including some weekends, holidays and evening; on call 24 hours

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical 

Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.