Director of Nursing (DON)

Job Title

Responsible for the overall care and safety of the residents at Regency Retirement Village.

Qualifications

RN with current unrestricted license in the state of Alabama. Minimum of three years experience in an assisted living, specialty care assisted living, long term care or other human services field. Ability and desire to work with the senior population with cognitive, physical and memory impairments.

Supervises

Nursing Staff Caregivers Unit CMC Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities

Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of organization. Ability to organize all records in accordance with state and federal regulations. Monitor health of resident and document any significant changes accordingly. Oversee training of staff members on proper documentation, terminology and basic care in order to meet the needs of each resident. Education of all residents and staff on universal precautions. Educate or schedule outside agencies to assist with education for staff on medical conditions including but not limited to: dementia, Alzheimer's, the disease process, pain management, and end of life care. Supervise staff in provision of quality care and meeting the needs of each resident per the individualized care plan. Establish and maintain relationship with family members, physicians and other agencies who may be involved in the care of each resident. Work with other LPN's or staff with scheduling in order to be in compliance with state regulations. Maintain current chart records to reflect proper documentation, lab results, testing, DNR status and other various records on each resident. Attend in-services, conferences as needed. Maintain current required nursing licenses and continuing education requirements. Maintain current CPR certification. Assist with marketing to outside entities/referral sources. Perform assessments on resident(s) prior to admission, or re-admission after a hospital or rehabilitation stay. Update care plans as needed. Monitor and Update Care plans and Medical Exam Forms annually-ALF. Monitor and Update Care Plans/monthly assessments for MC residents. Respond to emergencies within the building as needed. Address significant change care plans on residents as needed. Assist with the coordination of transport of residents to other entities such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, etc. Monitor the physician orders for signature and proper transcription of orders. Provides an "open door" policy to employees, residents and families to address any concerns or grievances. Work with county, state and federal agencies to promote quality care for all residents.

Physical Job Requirements

Stand/Walk up to 6 hours a day Sit up to four hours a day Frequently support up to 50 pounds Occasionally lift/carry up to 15 pounds Frequently kneel, bend, and reach