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An established industry player is seeking a dedicated nursing professional to assist in managing nursing staff and ensuring high-quality resident care. This role involves collaborating with the Director of Nursing to implement effective nursing services, oversee clinical operations, and maintain compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in nurse management, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents and their families. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will enhance the quality of care provided to residents.
Description
Assists the DON in planning, developing, and supervising the activities of the nursing staff. Assists in the development and implementation of nursing services, objectives, policies, and procedures. Works with the DON to recruit, hire, and train nursing staff. Assists the DON with employee appraisals and resolving problems, including disciplinary actions. Acts as the backup for the DON, RN, and LVN staff. May be required to provide direct resident care as needed.
Oversees clinical operations, including making daily rounds and monitoring resident conditions. Responsible for ensuring resident safety and that residents are treated with the utmost respect. Acts as a liaison between residents, family members, and physicians. Attends staff meetings and conducts staff meetings if the DON is unavailable. Provides reports and recommendations to the DON concerning the operation of nursing services.
Assists the DON in designing, implementing, and evaluating nursing systems that ensure consistent delivery of care and promote resident rights. Helps conduct ongoing staff in-services. Maintains confidentiality regarding residents and employees. Keeps abreast of regulatory changes and communicates them appropriately.
Assists with the overall supervision and management of the nursing staff.
Education and/or Experience: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing with an LPN or RN license in good standing. Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all continuing education/licensing requirements. 3-5 years of nurse management experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.
Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, regulations; write reports and procedures; present information effectively; apply mathematical concepts; solve practical problems; interpret instructions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; experience with PCC preferred; must maintain current nursing license and continuing education.
Occasional lifting/moving up to 25 pounds; prolonged use of computer; sitting, standing, walking, talking, reading, hearing; use of office equipment; travel may be required.
Low to moderate noise level; accommodations available for disabilities.
Additional Information: Management may reassign duties; job responsibilities are subject to change. The description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive.