Director of Nursing

Wedgemere HealthCare; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations and ensure high-quality care. This role involves maintaining compliance with nursing standards, promoting teamwork, and enhancing customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a compassionate environment. Join a dedicated team that values quality care and community service, and take your career to the next level in a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid vacation, sick days and holidays

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Massachusetts required.
• 5+ years experience in long-term care with 3-5 years as Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Implement nursing policies and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication among nursing staff.
• Coordinate QAPI activities to monitor nursing compliance and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Nursing Practices

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

We have an opportunity for a Director of Nursing (DON/DNS/RN) at Wedgemere Healthcare.

Our Director of Nursing is an RN, demonstrates superb leadership qualities while being comfortable with change. Will lead by example and demonstrate a willingness and interest in helping out at all levels of operations. Your overall direction, coordination and evaluation of nursing care and services helps us maintain consistent, quality care. The ideal candidate will be a proven Director of Nursing with a successful DPH survey history who is looking for a new challenge.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Maintains and implements nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy, and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
2. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation.
3. Demonstrates knowledge of and application of Key Clinical Quality Indicators, and proactively monitors and implements systems to achieve and/or surpass company thresholds.
4. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
5. Promotes customer service and hospitality and responds to and adequately resolves complaints or concerns from residents or families about nursing services.
6. Coordinates and/or develops on-going QAPI activities for nursing services to monitor nursing compliance with standards and regulatory requirements through rounds, interviews, and record reviews. Compiles summary of findings for the Quality Assurance committee.
7. Helps the Administrator prepare staff for inspection surveys.

Qualifications:

1. Registered Nurse (RN) licensed by the State Board of Nursing in Massachusetts
2. Bachelor's degree in Nursing, preferred
3. At least five years of experience in a long-term care setting, with 3-5 years as a Director of Nursing
4. Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care
5. Must be an experienced leader with strong clinical skills
6. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records
7. Excellent communication skills

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan for you and your family including:

1. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
2. Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
3. Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
4. Flexible Spending Accounts
5. Paid vacation, sick days and holidays

At Next Step Healthcare, we know that working in the healthcare industry is more than just a job - it's a way of life reserved for the most compassionate, caring, and hard-working individuals. We are privileged to work alongside people who believe, like we do, that locally owned and operated healthcare facilities should go beyond simply "meeting the needs" of its residents.

Come join our team and take the next step in your career!

Next Step Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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