Director of Nursing

DESCRIPTION

The Director of Nursing assumes authority, responsibility, and accountability for the delivery of nursing services in the facility. In collaboration with facility administration, allocates department resources in an efficient and economical manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Collaborates with other departments, medical professionals, consultants, and organizations, including government agencies.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implements nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy, and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations

• Knowledge and upkeep of the Electronic Medical Record System

• Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation

• Reviews report daily to monitor and ensure timely, effective responses to significant changes in condition, transfers, discharges, unexplained injuries, falls, behavioral episodes, and medication errors

• Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate services and staff coverage

• Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns

• Evaluates the work performance of nursing personnel and implements discipline according to operational policies

• Exercises overall supervision of resident assessments and care plans

• Collaborates with physicians, consultants, and IDT staff to improve the quality of services and to resolve identified problems

• Establishes, implements, and monitors the infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment designed to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection

• Helps prepare staff for inspection surveys, instructing staff on matters of conduct and disclosure, being interviewed by inspectors, immediate corrections of problems noted by surveyors, etc.

• Participates in the preparation of the Plan of Correction response to an inspection survey, and implements any follow-up QA required for any nursing allegations

• Communicates directly with residents, families, medical staff, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, and department heads to coordinate care and services, promote participation ISP care plans, and maintain a high quality of care and life for residents

• Promotes customer service and hospitality and responds to and adequately resolves complaints or concerns from residents or families about nursing services

• Other tasks as assigned by Executive Director

• On-Call 24 Hours

Requirements:

• Must possess a current Louisiana or a Multi-State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Master's degree preferred
• A minimum of three years' experience in nursing administration or a comparable management position.
• Must possess and demonstrate a high degree of leadership, organizational ability, knowledge of electronic medical records documentation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ICF/IDD or long-term care management, policies, budgeting, personnel management, and census development is preferred.
• Current CPR certification is required
• A teaching certificate in CPR training a plus but not required
• Must be available on an "on-call" basis.

REQUIREMENTS

• RN License
• 3 years experience

Alexander Milne Developmental Services is committed to providing the highest quality care services and life experiences to our clients, allowing them to attain the optimal level of independence, self-determination, and self-fulfillment. The staff of Milne treats each person with dignity, compassion and respect, allowing each person to participate fully in the development and delivery of these services. We are committed to being good stewards with our resources, ensuring we provide exceptional value to our organization, donors, and friends.