Director of Nursing (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

The Pearl of Crystal Lake   is seeking  Director of Nursing to lead a team of long-term care professionals. This is a vital role in a facility with a positive community reputation, a history of successful outcomes, and an experienced cohesive team.

*Must have leadership experience in a SNF/LTC setting*

At Pearl Healthcare,  YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time 
• Personal Days 
• Employee Referral Bonus 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• 401K 
• Meaningful and rewarding work environment
• Plus much more, Inquire with us today

Description:

The primary purpose of the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department, while maintaining quality standards set forth by set forth by federal, state and organization.

Responsibilities for (DON):

• Role model for the company’s Vision Statement and collaborates with the Administrator to ensure implementation and compliance.
• Drives ongoing QAA process, oversees milestone plans for performance improvement, and monitors clinical trends and outcomes.
• Uses TSI reports, CMS reports, current survey status and clinical outcomes to monitor clinical progress monthly.
• Communicates care delivery trends, issues and opportunities to administration, medical director, and the Quality Assurance Committee.
• Anticipates customers’ needs and works to minimize potential problems.
• Participates in and promotes patients’ rights and customer service programs.
• Ensures staff ability to effectively utilize the compliment/complaint process.
• Oversees the development of the nursing department structure and roles of each position.
• Establishes and manages goals and objects for the nursing department through analysis and strategic planning consistent with the company  mission.
• Understands and affects the role of the nurse leader with staff through effective team building, motivation, change management, efficient time management, delegation, stress management and effective and timely communication.
• Facilitates collegial relationships among nurse managers and other healthcare professionals.
• Hires, educates and counsels a nursing leadership team to participate in clinical oversight.
• Maintains and evaluates an environment that empowers and supports nurse managers in problem

Qualifications for (DON):

• Currently licensed as RN in this state; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required
• Must have, as a minimum of 6 months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

Apply today for immediate consideration!!

Apply online by clicking  Apply Now  or apply in person at:

The Pearl of Crystal Lake 

1000 E Brighton Lane
Crystal Lake, IL 60012

At Pearl Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We are committed to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Pearl Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.  

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