Director of Nursing-DON

Valley View Post Acute; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in California is seeking a Director of Nursing to oversee the nursing department, ensuring compliance with policies and resident safety. The role involves staff management, training, and collaboration with various departments to provide excellent care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of nurse management experience preferred.
• Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of the nursing department and staffing levels.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training nursing staff.
• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective report writing

Mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Point Click Care (PCC)

Job description

Description

Overall management of the entire nursing department and staffing levels. Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures and ensure compliance. Responsible for ensuring resident safety and that all residents are treated with utmost respect. Develop and conduct in-services for the clinical staff. Responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training nursing staff. Coordinate pharmacy services and the destruction of expired/discontinued medication. Serve as a liaison between the facility, physicians, and family members. Act as a witness at trials in the event of litigation. Collaborate with all departments to ensure excellent resident care. Oversee department budgeting and reporting. Stay current on regulation changes and disseminate this information accordingly. Participate in QA, Utilization Review, and Patient Care conferences. Assist with all state surveys and follow-up activities. Coordinate MDS and care planning. Conduct employee appraisals and resolve issues, including disciplinary actions and terminations. Maintain confidentiality of employees and residents/patients at all times. Provide direct resident/patient care as needed.

Supervisory Requirements

The Director of Nursing supervises and manages the ADON and the entire nursing staff, either directly or indirectly.

Qualifications

1. Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, preferably with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN).
2. Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing.
3. Minimum of 7 years of nurse management experience preferred.

Skills

1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, journals, procedures, and regulations.
2. Effective report writing and presentation skills.
3. Mathematical skills including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
4. Problem-solving and reasoning abilities, with the capacity to interpret various instructions.

Certifications and Licenses

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Point Click Care (PCC) required.

Physical Demands

Must occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds. Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear. Use office equipment frequently. Travel may be required.

Work Environment

Work typically occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Accommodations may be provided for disabilities.

Additional Information

Management may reassign duties as needed. This description covers the general nature of the role but is not exhaustive.