Director of Nursing (DON)

Community-Pharmacy; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the Nursing Department, planning, organizing, and directing all operations to ensure high-quality resident care. The DON will collaborate with other departments to maintain continuity of care and drive quality improvement initiatives.

The role requires RN licensure, CPR certification, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a health-care setting, with strong English communication and leadership skills to

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state license
• Current CPR Certification
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement the nursing service department's policies and procedures
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care
• Monitor the facility's QI, QM, and survey reports
• Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours for nursing personnel
• Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure quality care
• Assist with infection control monitoring and reporting occupational exposures
• Review nurses' notes and monitor medication passes and treatment schedules
• Coordinate continuing education/in-service training for nursing department
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Job Title: Director of Nursing (DON)
Location: Bridgeview, Illinois
Company: Confidential

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our Nursing Department. As a DON, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Department, ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. If you are a compassionate and innovative nurse leader with a passion for delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply

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Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement the nursing service department's policies and procedures

• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care

• Monitor the facility's QI, QM, and survey reports

• Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours for nursing personnel

• Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure quality care

• Assist with infection control monitoring and reporting occupational exposures

• Review nurses' notes and monitor medication passes and treatment schedules

• Coordinate continuing education/in-service training for nursing department

• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.

• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state license

• Current CPR Certification

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility

We provide a deeper level of personal caring. Because that's who we are. Our caregivers get to know you on a personal level, understanding your motivations, connecting with your family, and taking on your goals as our own. We are committed to making sure that you continue to improve, so that you can achieve the fuller, more rewarding life you deserve.

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