Director Of Nursing- DON

• Plans, directs, and supervises the activities of the nursing staff.

• Ensures the nursing department is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Develop, implement and update department policy and procedures when necessary or as directed.

• Responsible for providing consistent and sufficient staffing for Resident needs as well as regulatory requirements.

• Participates in Federal, State and Local agency annual surveys.

• Review with appropriate department heads any deficiencies noted by government agencies during inspections.

• Responsible for operating the Nursing Department within budgetary guidelines and limitations.

• Completes annual performance reviews of all subordinate staff. Provides guidance and education to staff in regards to their performance.

• Provides counseling and disciplinary action to subordinate staff members as needed.

• Responsible for training and educating staff members.

• Assure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained at all times. Follow established safety precautions when preforming tasks and using equipment and supplies.

• Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment and supply issues to the appropriate persons.

• Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Residents and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.

• Must answer and respond to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Resident care areas.

• Assist with new admissions, re-admissions and assist with the transfer of Residents to different rooms within the facility.

• Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.

• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Direct Deposit

• Same day pay

• Company perks

• Advancement opportunities

Education, Licensure, and

Experience

Required: Graduate from and accredited nursing program. Required: DON experience a must Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Nursing or related field Preferred: 3 years R. N. experience.

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