Director of Nursing

Job Description
Salary: 104,000 - 112,000

Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is directly accountable for all patient care activities performed within the facility on a 24-hour basis. Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of all patient care. Organizes and implements management systems, facility policies, procedures, and programs. Coordinates Nursing Service activities with facility administration, community agencies, physician, families, consultant personnel, and ancillary service personnel. Assumes responsibility for nursing service compliance to federal, state, and local regulations. Performs other work of the department and is responsible for assigned sections on a 24 hours basis.

Reports to: Extended Care Unit Administrator

Responsibilities of the Position:

• Assesses the resident's condition and nursing care needs; plans care, and defines appropriate nursing interventions to meet those plans of care and the physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of the resident, including discharge planning.
• Develops individualized nursing care plans for assigned residents.
• Implements care plans and makes revisions accordingly.
• Evaluates resident care outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Coordinates resident care, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Defines the mission for the department and shares the corporate vision with assigned staff.
• Directs operations and administration of the department under the general guidance of the facility Administrator.
• Develops and directs assigned personnel in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
• Communicates, coordinates and/or collaborates with Administrator, other staff and management personnel, physicians, peers, outside officials, vendors, and consultants with regard to departmental and corporate activities and issues.
• Oversees the procurement, sets up, use and/or maintenance of equipment, supplies, and work areas.
• Oversees/maintains skill competences and assumes responsibility for professional development and on-going education.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• North Carolina or Compact State RN License required.

Certifications/Licenses:

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through American Heart Association upon hire.

Licenses: Registered Nurse license is required.

Required Skills

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Two to three years of professional nursing experience with one year in supervisory experience is required.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations in Nursing Homes is preferred.
• The employee must have the ability to understand, communicate and react effectively to the unique needs of long-term care patients and families.