Director of Nursing RN

Director of Nursing (RN) Facility: MediLodge of Grand Rapids We invite you to apply and be part of a team that truly values your contribution. We offer competitive wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward. Why MediLodge? Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth. Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements. Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally. Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association. Key Benefit Package Options Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers. Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet. Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options. Pet Insurance: Three options available. Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options. Retirement Savings with 401K. HSA and FSA options. Unlimited Referral Bonuses. Start a rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today! Summary The Director of Nursing (DON) manages the facility nursing program with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible. Qualifications Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred. Licenses/Certification Valid RN license in the state employed. Valid CPR certification. Experience Three years’ experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or equivalent supervisory nursing experience. Job Functions Plans and guides the professional development of nursing staff. Rounds on unit at least once daily and assures that all clinical protocols and nursing policies and procedures are followed. Develops and manages systems to assure clinical competencies and training needs. Performs general management functions such as interviewing, hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees. Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues. Review time sheets for accuracy before payroll. Participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members. Participates in Employee Recognition Program. Initiates studies to evaluate effectiveness of nursing services in relation to their objectives and costs. Develops and manages staffing schedular system and nurse on call system while ensuring adequate nursing staff are available based on facility/census requirements. Develops the department budget for approval, monitors expenses, and remains within budget. Investigate and resolve residents/family/employee concerns. Pro-actively addresses survey and/or standards of care issues. Collect data to compile reports in a timely manner, and to meet deadlines. Assure Pharmacy, dietary, physician consults are followed in timely manner. Assumes complete responsibilities for the Center in absence of Administrator. Performs other tasks as assigned. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization. Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to organize and prioritize. Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr MediLodge