Registered Nurse Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Organizes, directs, and oversees the work of the nursing team, nursing programs, compliance with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations, and customizes procedures to ensure the highest degree of quality care is offered

• The Director of Nursing has administrative and managerial authority, responsibility, and accountability for the functions, activities, and training of the nursing team.

• Operate and supervise within the prescribed scope of practice for a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Texas.

• Develop, review, and revise the philosophy, objectives, and standards of practice for the nursing department.

• Review, maintain, and update the nursing department job descriptions and policies and procedures as needed.

• Review and follow the nursing department’s budgetary guidelines for operation.

• Ensure staffing schedules are created fairly, updated routinely, posted for the staff, time off requests are handled according to policy, and the daily staffing PPD’s are maintained per policy and regulation.

• Participate in establishing a competitive wage, salary, and benefit plan for nursing department staff.

• Ensure the admission, transfer, and discharge processes are followed.

• Cooperate in the development and implementation process for an interdisciplinary approach to health care services focused on the individual resident needs.

• Review and monitor timely completion of employee performance evaluations per facility policy.

• Delegate authority to a qualified Infection Preventionist and ensure completion of the required elements.

• Assess and monitor nursing supplies for necessity, availability, ease of access, etc.

• Complete facility incident/accident reports as necessary and initiate investigations as requested. Incident reports (including falls, skin tears, medication errors, etc.) should be reviewed daily for accuracy and completeness and family and physician notification.

• Conduct facility investigations in a professional manner with a keen attention to detail. Investigations shall include: interviewing staff, interviewing residents, interviewing visitors, gathering statements (witnesses, staff, physicians, residents, etc.), reviewing video surveillance, gathering relevant data, preparing timelines, determining root cause, recreating events, drawing diagrams, creating charts, and detailed reporting of results with outcomes.

• Observe the quality of care and services provided, ensuring compliance with the facility policies and taking corrective action including, but not limited to employee counselling, performance reviews, staff competency evaluations with return-demonstration, and disciplinary action.

• Formulate, implement, and evaluate a department plan for orientation and staff   development. Understand and adhere to established facility policies. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required.

Benefits offered:

• Health Insurance

• Dental, Vision & Disability coverages also available

• Full Tuition payments for license improvements

• 401K Retirement Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Professional, Friendly & Social Team Members

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure issued by the State Board of Nursing.

• Must have valid CPR certification and maintain active CPR certification throughout employment.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills in the areas of nursing administration, nursing practice, rehabilitation, and employee relations management.

• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations specific to nursing home operation and licensure.

• Must have knowledge of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation, mistreatment, and injury of unknown origin regulations and reporting requirements.

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with residents, families, vendors, visitors, government agencies, facility staff, hospital personnel, hospice representatives, and the general public.

• Must have excellent follow-through.

• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality individualized care.

• Ability to manage through delegation, goal setting, and building respect from all nursing staff through use of positive leadership principles.

• Ability to prepare and present educational material and or reports to various audiences.

• Ability to formulate reports, disseminate information, interpret data, and coordinate with multiple departments.

• Must be able to lift 60-70lbs frequently.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout the scheduled shift.

• Must have knowledge of computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment.

• Must adhere to the facility dress code.

• Must agree to participate in on-call duties (24/7) and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Must have excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have working knowledge of the facility’s fire, safety, and disaster procedures.

• Must be able to meet all local health regulations, and pass pre/post-employment physical exams if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.

• Must have the ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships through the use of tactful, direct and sensitive interaction. Must be able to communicate verbally in a positive and professional manner.

• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, co-workers, and to work cooperatively with others.

• Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance.

• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator.

Physical and Sensory Requirements: Walking, sitting, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, lifting, grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine-hand coordination. Ability to hear and respond to overhead pages. Ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel, vendors, and consultants. Ability to apply training and in-service education provided. Must present a neat, clean, professional appearance and demonstrate a positive approach with employees and residents.

Job Type: Full-time