Nurse Administrator

The Felician Sisters of North America is hiring a full‑time Nurse Administrator to lead the health services team and provide excellent quality care in a convent home for elder Catholic Sisters located in Enfield, CT (1315 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082‑4929). General Summary The Felician Sisters of North America is seeking a full‑time Nurse Administrator in Enfield who will plan and oversee the day‑to‑day health services and nursing activities for our 20‑bed Care Center with approximately 30 staff members. This position ensures quality, person‑centered resident care and adherence to facility policies, procedures, and standards and applicable governmental regulations. The successful candidate will be a hands‑on Nurse Administrator working the floor regularly, thriving in an environment focused entirely on quality resident care without the stress of maintaining census, driving reimbursements or preparing for state surveys. Responsibilities Set and monitor achievement of goals for the Nursing Department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice. Participate in the development of Nursing Service’s standards and communicate them to personnel. Ensure required department staffing ratios are met. Schedule, direct and document regular meetings with nursing staff. Provide in‑service education sessions on a regular basis. Oversee Restorative, Wounds Prevention and Infection Control Programs. Assess resident care needs and assist in the individualized plans of resident care, making recommendations for specialized rehabilitation. Coordinate the daily functions of the nursing department and interact with nursing staff, families and physicians. Assist with assessment of residents, including hospital visits for intake as appropriate, and supervise preparation of work assignments of unit staff. Make regular nursing rounds to review work in progress, evaluate resident care and handle routine nursing matters, serving as a resource for staff concerning resident care issues. Develop nursing care plans for individual residents, including rehabilitative and restorative activities and instruction in self‑help; periodically review care plans with resident’s physician and nursing team; make referrals for spiritual and physiological/psychological needs to appropriate personnel. Investigate complex resident care problems and assist staff in analysis and resolution of such problems; resolve complaints from residents, family members and physicians through direct action/intervention or referral to appropriate supervisory/managerial personnel. Assist with development, implementation, and monitoring of any plans of correction. Assist the Administrator with employee relations, including recruitment, orientation, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, terminations, job description updates, training, staff development and enforcement of policies and procedures. Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in good standing required in the state of Connecticut or willingness to apply for licensure in the state of Connecticut. Minimum five (5) years of nursing experience in long‑term care or a similar health care environment required. Minimum five (5) years of experience in a supervisory position required. Comprehensive supervisory experience including hiring, employee disciplines, performance evaluations, staff scheduling, and staff engagement. Technical aptitude and proficient computer skills are vital. Benefits Health Insurance – Affordable employee contributions and low deductible Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) including Holidays PTO Payout Life and AD&D Insurance Short‑term Disability Long‑term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary AD&D Insurance Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Voluntary Spouse/Dependent Insurance Free Parking Pay Increases Competitive Pay Sprint Discount Verizon Discount Dell Computer Discount Well Aware Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Emergency Assistance Fund FSNA Care Connection – Deep Discounts on diapers and personal care products PayActiv – Access to earned but unpaid wages before payday Mentor program – Paid mentor orientation and wage increase while serving as a mentor. Clothing Benefit Program for Health Services or Facilities Management employees Ticketsatwork.com – Discounted travel and entertainment benefit Access Perks – Discounted travel and local retailers Perfect Presence Attendance Raffle (Quarterly) Employee Referral Bonus Visit us at feliciansistersna.org to learn more about the Felician Sisters of North America! #J-18808-Ljbffr Felician Sisters of North America