RN Director of Nursing

RN Director Of NursingThe RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsMinimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or universityCurrently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related settingCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needsCollect, analyze, and manage dataExpert knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsPlan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staffRecruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staffAssign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shiftEffectively manage department budgetDirect care provided by nursing staffPerform functions of a staff nurse as requiredEffectively manage and operate within budgetExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer Life Care Center of Blount County