Director Of Nursing

Job SummaryThe Director of Nursing is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of nursing care within our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). This position requires a highly skilled and experienced nurse leader with strong organizational, managerial, and clinical skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to residents.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Leadership:Provide clinical leadership and oversight to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for residents.Staff Management:Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting professional development and continuous learning.Quality Assurance and Compliance:Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing nursing care in our SNF.Implement quality assurance and improvement initiatives to enhance resident outcomes and satisfaction.Clinical Documentation:Oversee accurate and timely completion of clinical documentation, including resident assessments, care plans, and progress notes.Conduct regular audits to ensure documentation meets regulatory standards.Patient and Family Relations:Establish and maintain effective communication with residents, families, and caregivers.Address and resolve concerns or issues related to patient care in a timely and compassionate manner.Budgetary Oversight:Collaborate with the finance department to develop and manage the nursing department budget.Monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure efficient resource utilization.Education and Training:Develop and implement ongoing education and training programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.Stay abreast of industry best practices and incorporate new trends into nursing practice.Emergency Preparedness:Develop and implement emergency response plans for nursing services.Ensure nursing staff is trained and prepared for various emergency scenarios.Qualifications and SkillsRegistered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Alabama.Experience in nursing leadership roles, with significant experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility.Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other regulatory requirements.Certification in Nursing Administration or Gerontological Nursing is preferred.Demonstrated success in managing and leading interdisciplinary healthcare teams.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Working ConditionsWorks in office area(s), warehouse, pharmacy, and some positions work in a long-term care environment (i.e. nursing home, drug rooms, nurses’ stations resident rooms, etc.).Moves intermittently during working hours.Is subject to frequent interruptions.Is involved with customers, and customer representatives, family members, residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.Communicate with the designated facility staff, nursing personnel, residents, or family members.Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate.Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS, COVID-19, and Hepatitis B viruses.May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.Specific RequirementsMust be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation) (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.Must be able to read, speak, and understandably write the English language.Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers, residents, personnel, and support agencies.Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this company, which include a medical and physical examination if the position requires.Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.All Other Duties as Assigned.I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice and that I am an at-will employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr