Director of Nursing

Trinity Healthcare, LLC; Luling (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas seeks a Director of Nursing to manage and oversee the Nursing Services Department. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, developing care plans, and supervising nursing staff to maintain high-quality resident care. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in a healthcare setting and a strong understanding of long-term care standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience in healthcare.
• Experience in Long Term Care is required.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily functions of the Nursing Services Department.
• Ensure compliance with policies and oversee nursing staff duties.
• Develop and implement care plans to maximize patient care quality.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Knowledge of Long Term Care Standards

Compliance Management

Job description

Trinity Healthcare is a Fort Worth, Texas-based company specializing in the operation and management of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice services. We emphasize treating our residents, patients, and employees like family, engaging licensed administrators, registered nurses, social workers, licensed therapists, physicians, pharmacists, and dietitians to develop care plans tailored to the communities we serve.

Job Description

Position: Director of Nursing

Immediate Supervisor: Administrator

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related healthcare program.
• Working knowledge of Long Term Care operational standards as set forth in Federal Register, Conditions of Participation, and State regulations.
• Must have worked in Long Term Care.

Overall Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, develop, organize, and direct the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and maintaining the highest quality of care.

Job Functions & Duties

1. Interpret facility policies and procedures to staff, residents, families, visitors, and regulatory agencies.
2. Assist in developing and implementing care plans to ensure quality of life and care based on comprehensive assessments.
3. Maintain good working relationships with inter-department personnel.
4. Ensure nursing personnel adhere to their job descriptions.
5. Complete necessary medical forms, reports, evaluations, and charting.
6. Attend staff meetings and participate in quality assurance programs.
7. Report on departmental operations and quality assurance activities to the Administrator.
8. Conduct daily rounds to monitor staff performance and resident care.
9. Discipline staff as necessary, documenting actions appropriately.
10. Ensure adequate staffing levels, including approving extra shifts and temporary staff.
11. Audit medication administration records (MAR) and treatment administration records (TAR) weekly.
12. Monitor lab logs and physician order logs.
13. Serve on facility committees such as Infection Control, Quality Assurance, and Utilization Review.
14. Identify and report safety issues, incidents, and accidents promptly.
15. Manage supplies efficiently to prevent waste.
16. Ensure care plans are used effectively in daily resident care, respecting privacy and dignity.
17. Assist with reviewing resident complaints and grievances.
18. Complete performance evaluations for nursing staff.
19. Participate in Manager on Duty weekend rotations.
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator.

Acknowledgment

I understand and accept the responsibilities outlined in this job description and am committed to providing quality resident care.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.