Director of Nursing (DON)

Bethesda Health Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing staff and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. This role involves administrative decision-making, staff management, and quality improvement initiatives. Candidates should possess a nursing degree, RN license, and relevant experience, with a competitive salary range of $81,681 to $136,136 annually.

Benefits

403b

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Three to five years of recent nursing experience.
• One year management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the direction and supervision of nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with nursing practice standards.
• Manage nursing expenses and oversee infection prevention programs.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Planning

Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent

Current RN license

Job description

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People!

At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.

As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance are available for regular full and part-time employees.

Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the direction and supervision of nursing staff and activities, ensuring efficiency in meeting departmental goals and objectives. This role involves making administrative decisions based on long-term care policies and nursing standards, and ensuring compliance with nursing practice standards to promote optimal healthcare delivery.

The DON interprets and implements administrative and resident care policies communicated by the VP, Senior Administrator. Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring nursing management and supervisory staff, assigning professional staff, evaluating personnel, and chairing supervisory and nurse manager meetings.

The DON promotes participation in policy formulation, coordinates nursing activities, maintains harmonious relationships with staff, residents, and visitors, and plans staff development programs. The role involves managing nursing staff, analyzing care services for quality improvement, overseeing quality activities, and ensuring integration into the community’s overall quality program.

The DON communicates with senior administration on various matters, assists in compliance with regulatory requirements, manages nursing expenses, and approves invoices. Additionally, the DON oversees infection prevention and control programs, develops policies, leads infection control committees, and ensures staff and resident education on infection prevention principles.

The role also includes collaborating with other departments on occupational health and safety, maintaining documentation, and participating in facility assessments and quality improvement initiatives.

Job Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current RN license in the relevant state
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent preferred
• Three to five years of recent nursing experience with demonstrated administrative and supervisory skills
• One year management experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and planning skills
• Ability to manage diverse activities in a stressful environment
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist residents as necessary
• Manual dexterity and coordination for working with residents and equipment
• Proficiency in documentation and visual acuity

Pay range: $81,681 - $136,136 annually. Category: RN

About the company

We are the premier provider of senior care and services in St. Louis, offering exceptional senior living, care, and services.

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