Director of Nursing

Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Ithaca, NY seeks a dynamic Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations, drive quality of care, and guide nursing staff through policy and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes advanced leadership, staff development, and collaboration with administration to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and regulatory readiness in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Active New York RN license.
• Minimum 3 years in long-term care.
• Staff training experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Evidence of advanced leadership and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exceptional quality of care.
• Coordinate and direct care planning for nursing services.
• Direct supervision and development of nursing staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of medical records.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs.
• Lead and implement QA programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform daily rounds to uphold best-practice adherence.

Skills

Advanced leadership

Staff supervision

Job description

Are you a dynamic healthcare professional driven by a passion for clinical excellence and exceptional leadership? We invite you to seize a remarkable opportunity as our Director of Nursing, a pivotal role in ensuring that our facility continues to uphold its commitment to unparalleled customer satisfaction.

Duties Include:

• Management responsibilities including maintaining exceptional quality of care.
• Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff.
• Meet the nursing needs of all residents.
• Coordinate and direct care planning for nursing services.
• Maintain and disseminate knowledge of general nursing theory and practice. Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and orienting of new nursing staff.
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs.
• Shape and implement the Facility's cutting-edge quality assurance program, reaffirming our dedication to excellence in the Nursing Department.
• Collaborate on facility surveys with authorized government bodies, showcasing our steadfast commitment to regulatory compliance.
• Make daily rounds within the Nursing Department, setting a gold standard for nursing service adherence to industry best practices.
• Champion the resolution of grievances and grievances lodged by department personnel, ensuring robust reporting mechanisms.

Requirements Include:

• Current New York State RN license required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Long-Term Care settings.
• Staff training with clinical staff.
• Excellent Communication.

Necessary Skills/Qualifications:

• Evidence of advanced leadership skills and supervision.

We offer the Following:

• Competitive Compensation.
• Great Benefits Package.
• Professional Growth & Stability.
• Innovative Training Programs And much more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

If you are invigorated by the prospect of collaborating with a team defined by compassion, empathy, and a shared commitment to residents' welfare, this is the ideal place for you to thrive. Join us and become an integral part of our compassionate family!