Director of Nursing - DON - Registered Nurse RN

Job Description

Job Description

DON - Registered Nurse - Director of Nursing

Come join us at Carmel Manor!  We are a Faith-Based, Nonprofit, Short-Term Rehabilitation and Skilled Geriatric Care facility sponsored by the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm for over 70 years.  Our mission is to treat all staff and residents with love and respect.

We are seeking to hire a DON - Director of Nursing - RN - Registered Nurse.

• $130K to $140K annually.
• 10-minute commute from Cincinnati

Director of Nursing - DON RN - Registered Nurse Mission Commitment:

To provide holistic care to the aged and infirm in an atmosphere of Christian understanding.  

Director of Nursing - DON RN - Registered Nurse Qualifications:  

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current KY license as a Registered Nurse - RN.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Director of Nursing.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Long-Term Care.
• Excellent Nursing skills and understanding of interactions with other health care providers. 
• Good interpersonal skills and able to deal tactfully with all.
• Knowledge of State, Federal and Health Code regulations, including labor laws.
• Knowledge of MDS and PRIs; Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs).
• Read, write, and speak English fluently. 

Director of Nursing – DON RN - Registered Nurse Job Summary:

• Responsible for the development of nursing service objectives and performance standards.
• Responsible for nursing service compliance to federal, state and local regulations.
• Direct, evaluate and supervise all resident care and initiate corrective action as necessary.
• Assess resident care needs and assist in the development of individualized plans of resident care.
• Report problems to Administrator, Medical Director and conduct daily resident rounds.
• Direct and supervise scheduling of employees.
• Assist in recruiting, conduct counseling interviews and initiate disciplinary action as necessary.
• Prepare written employee performance evaluations and recommend pay, role and other HR changes.
• Direct and implement nursing service educational programs.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of the nursing service budget.
• Direct allocation of nursing service equipment and supplies.
• Take inquiries for resident placement as assigned by the Admissions Office.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Assess resident responses to medications and treatments and make appropriate recommendations.

This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive.  

We aim to create a supportive workplace where you are valued, compensated fairly and provided the tools to thrive!

Carmel Manor can offer you:  

• Competitive Compensation
• Student Loan Forgiveness Guidance
• Health (Aetna), Dental, Vision, HSA with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Benefits available 1st of the mo. following 30 days
• Fully paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental insurances
• Employee Assistance Program with Discount marketplace
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation, Sick & 8 Paid Holidays
• Compassionate environment

Please consider joining our team working where  The Difference is Love ℠!

Carmel Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

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