Director of Nursing

Director Of Nursing (Don)

Our Nursing Facility is currently seeking a Director of Nursing (DON). The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of Director of Nursing (DON) experience, and be a strong leader and customer service focused.

Responsibilities of the Director of Nursing (DON):

• Provide care and services in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensure quality performance and conformance with regulation and laws
• Participate in state/federal nursing home survey process
• Write resultant plan of corrections and ensure they are carried out
• Participate in the QA/CQI process
• Performs/assigns completion of preadmission assessments on a timely basis
• Provides care as defined within the scope of the state's nurse practice act
• Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care
• Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff
• Plans and implements in-service and training programs
• Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws
• Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing
• Shares information with appropriate organization personnel

Requirements of the Director of Nursing (DON):

• Registered Nurse license
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• At least 2 years of DON experience is preferred
• Supervisory experience in Skilled Nursing Facility is required
• Knowledge of basic nursing skills
• Knowledge of the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered
• Nurse Management: 5 years

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