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Director of Nursing

Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center, a premier healthcare provider in Anita, Iowa, is seeking an exceptional Director of Nursing to lead our dedicated nursing team.

Posted Sep 27 · 2 years of experience

Unit and setting
Rehab At Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center, we are committed to providing exceptional care and services to our residents, delivering on our promise of "A New way of healthcare."residents
License
RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

Education
Master's degree in Nursing or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience
minimum of 2+ years of nursing administration experience Minimum of 2+ years of experience in nursing administration, preferably in a long-term care setting
Also asks
leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Also asks
ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities
Also asks
knowledge of nursing practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards Strong knowledge of nursing practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

Preferred

Experience
long-term care setting

The role and schedule

Precepting
You would precept other nurses Mentor and coach nursing staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and job satisfaction
Day to day
oversee nursing department daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and care coordination Oversee the daily operations of the nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, and patient care coordination
Day to day
develop and implement nursing policies and procedures Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Day to day
foster culture of excellence, professionalism, teamwork, and communication Foster a culture of excellence, promoting professionalism, teamwork, and open communication among staff members
Day to day
evaluate and improve nursing care practices and patient outcomes Evaluate and improve nursing care practices, ensuring high-quality services and patient outcomes
Day to day
collaborate with other departments for care and program delivery Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care, services, and programs
Day to day
participate in quality improvement initiatives Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to improve patient care and satisfaction
Day to day
develop and manage budgets and resource allocation Develop and manage budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control
Day to day
represent organization in healthcare associations and committees Represent the organization in local, state, and national healthcare associations and committees

The workplace

Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center
Nursing Home

You would be walking into Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center on Hillcrest Drive in Anita—a small Cornerstone Services skilled nursing building that mixes long-term care with short-term rehab and on-site therapy. Postings for RN, LPN, and CNA roles list…

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Original listing

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Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center, a premier healthcare provider in Anita, Iowa, is seeking an exceptional Director of Nursing to lead our dedicated nursing team. As a crucial member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care, staff development, and operational excellence. If you share our commitment to providing compassionate, individualized care, we invite you to join our team and experience the difference that sets us apart.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, and patient care coordination

Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

Foster a culture of excellence, promoting professionalism, teamwork, and open communication among staff members

Evaluate and improve nursing care practices, ensuring high-quality services and patient outcomes

Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care, services, and programs

Mentor and coach nursing staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and job satisfaction

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to improve patient care and satisfaction

Develop and manage budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control

Represent the organization in local, state, and national healthcare associations and committees

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing or related field (or equivalent experience)

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in nursing administration, preferably in a long-term care setting

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities

Strong knowledge of nursing practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

About Our Organization

At Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center, we are committed to providing exceptional care and services to our residents, delivering on our promise of "A New way of healthcare." Our dedicated nursing team and therapists work together to create a warm and compassionate environment that fosters independence, dignity, and joy. We invite you to join our team and experience the difference that sets us apart.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate leader with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Please submit your application to explore this exceptional career opportunity and experience the difference that sets us apart.

What's around it?

In Anita, IA

Anita, IAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 12% below the US average

Median rent
$579/mo
Household income
$66,307/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Anita, IA

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