Director of Nursing

Requirements

Minimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or university

Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.

Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related setting

CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job

Requirements

Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate

Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs

Collect, analyze, and manage data

Expert knowledge in field of practice

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to company Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staff

Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staff

Assign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shift

Effectively manage department budget

Direct care provided by nursing staff

Perform functions of a staff nurse as required

Effectively manage and operate within budget

Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

Assist in the evacuation of patients

Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

An Equal Opportunity Employer