Director of Nursing

Sapphire at Northwoods is seeking Director of Nursing to lead a team of long-term care professionals. This is a vital role in a facility with a positive community reputation, a history of successful outcomes, and an experienced cohesive team. At Sapphire Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits: Competitive wage Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision Free Life Insurance Paid Vacation/Sick Time Personal Days Employee Referral Bonus Tuition Reimbursement 401K Meaningful and rewarding work environment Plus much more, Inquire with us today Description: The primary purpose of the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department, while maintaining quality standards set forth by set forth by federal, state and organization. Responsibilities for (DON): Role model for the company’s Vision Statement and collaborates with the Administrator to ensure implementation and compliance. Drives ongoing QAA process, oversees milestone plans for performance improvement, and monitors clinical trends and outcomes. Uses TSI reports, CMS reports, current survey status and clinical outcomes to monitor clinical progress monthly. Communicates care delivery trends, issues and opportunities to administration, medical director, and the Quality Assurance Committee. Anticipates customers’ needs and works to minimize potential problems. Participates in and promotes patients’ rights and customer service programs. Ensures staff ability to effectively utilize the compliment/complaint process. Oversees the development of the nursing department structure and roles of each position. Establishes and manages goals and objects for the nursing department through analysis and strategic planning consistent with the company mission. Understands and affects the role of the nurse leader with staff through effective team building, motivation, change management, efficient time management, delegation, stress management and effective and timely communication. Facilitates collegial relationships among nurse managers and other healthcare professionals. Hires, educates and counsels a nursing leadership team to participate in clinical oversight. Maintains and evaluates an environment that empowers and supports nurse managers in problem Qualifications for (DON): Currently licensed as RN in this state; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required Must have, as a minimum of 6 months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Sapphire at Northwoods 2250 Pearl Street Belvedere, IL 61008 At Sapphire Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We arecommitted to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care. Sapphire Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sapphire at Northwoods