DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Job Description

Job Description

.Ensures nursing department compliance with federal, state and

local regulations and implementation of nursing programs.

.Ensures maintenance of records and reports concerning resident care.

.Manages the Nursing Services department within the budget.

.Make written and oral reports.recommendations to the Administrator as required concerning the operation of the nursing department.

.Provide the Administrator with information relative to the nursing needs of the resident and the nursing service department's ability to meet those needs.

.Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents'total regimen of care.

.Monitor the facility's survey reports and assist in developing plans of action to correct potential or identified problem areas.

.Serve on, participate in and attend various committees of the facility as appointed by the Administrator.

.Determine the staffing needs of the nursing department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents.

.Perform other duties as assigned.

.Must have a current RN license.

.Director of Nursing experience preferred.