Director of Nursing

Essential Duties and

Responsibilities

Ensures clinical systems are in place that result in quality and positive clinical outcomes. Works with Medical Director and/or appropriate physician in overall resident care. Monitors medication management with the assistance of consulting pharmacist. Assures Medical Record Audit Program is in place and being adhered so assure accuracy and completeness. Works with nursing staff and department heads in assessment of health, psychosocial, rehabilitation and environmental needs of community members. Be knowledgeable of emergency procedures and act in a calm manner when there is an emergency.

Experience/

Skills

This Exempt position is Full-Time, with minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours and schedule shall remain flexible to meet the needs of the facility, its staff, operations, and community/ industrial involvement. Should be available by phone 24/7 for emergencies.

Registered Nurse licensed in the Stated of California Experienced working in Skilled Nursing Facility Experienced in dealing and managing California Department of Public Health surveys. Able to professionally and confidently interact with Surveyors. Sufficient Knowledge of Minimum Data Set (MDS); Prospective Payment Systems (PPS); Title 22 Regulations and OBRA Regulations.

Excellent leadership in conducting Inter-disciplinary Team Meetings; Resident Care Plan Conferences; Behavior Management Meetings. Able to handle heavy caseload of skilled level of care residents; short-term stay residents; and high acuity residents.

Check out our benefits of working at Rowntree Gardens (for eligible full-time employees):

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Volunteer Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with matching contribution
• Holiday Pay