Director of Patient Services

Director Of Patient Services

Washington Center Assisted Living Program is actively seeking an experienced Director of Patient Services (DPS) to work full-time for our Assisted Living Program. The DPS is responsible for the administrative, professional and clinical operations of the home health care program.

Excellent Compensation & Benefits!!!

Qualifications:

• Current NY RN license required!
• Three years experience as a professional nurse with one year of administrative/supervisory experience in community health
• UAS Certified and prior ALP experience preferred

Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning overall development and administration of the Agency as set forth in the policies and procedures relating to the Agency
• Participates in the development of administrative policies and procedures relating to the Agency
• Directs implementation of approved work methods and procedures that reflect elements essential to rendering high-quality care
• Reviews and evaluates existing clerical/administrative policies and practices to determine if current methods provide the means for the staff to carry out their responsibilities and achieve projected goals
• Participates in the review, analysis, and appraisal of the effectiveness of the total Agency program.
• Modify qualifications in accordance with individual state requirements
• Supervises job classifications and job descriptions of professional personnel
• Selects and maintains a qualified, well-organized staff to provide care for the needs of the patients
• Establishes methods for coordination of care by all disciplines
• Gives leadership in promoting and maintaining standards for giving high-quality care by all members of the patient care team
• Perform responsibilities of any nursing position

Location: 4573 New York 40

About us: Washington Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 122-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Argyle, New York. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident's dignity and independence. Washington Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.