Director of Nursing (DON)-RN

Selectis Health; Warrenton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a compassionate Director of Nursing to lead their dedicated team. This pivotal role involves ensuring the highest quality of care for residents while managing nursing staff and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to respond swiftly in emergencies. Join a supportive environment that values exceptional care and teamwork, where your leadership will make a significant impact on the lives of residents and staff alike. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time-Off

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure.
• 5 years of nursing management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality care for residents and manage nursing staff effectively.
• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emergency Response

Nursing Management

Patient Assessment

Education

Accredited Nursing Degree

Tools

BLS CPR Certification

Job description

Director Of Nursing

Warrenton Health and Rehab is seeking Director of Nursing to join our team.

We offer competitive pay, great benefits and so much more!

Benefits:

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance (75% of employee portion paid by company)
• Dental (50% employee portion paid by company)
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Ancillary
• Paid Time-Off

Job Description:

At Providence of Sparta Health and Rehab, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living.

Essential Functions of Director of Nursing (DON):

• Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• Initiate the development and implementation of policies and procedures that govern the nursing staff in collaboration with appropriate services.
• Responsible for the provision of nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Establish and maintain job specifications and descriptions for nursing staff.
• Address and support cultural practices if such practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course of medical therapy.
• Recommend modifications, additions, or deletions to nursing staffing plans to ensure reasonable hours and acceptable working conditions to provide optimal resident care coverage.
• Ensure that each resident’s accident or incident is fully documented and reported in accordance with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures and state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• Represent nursing staff on various committees, including Infection Prevention and Control, Pain Management, Performance Improvement, and Quality Assurance.
• Make rounds to all nursing units daily.
• Participate in performance improvement functions by collecting and verifying data, as needed.
• Consult other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the resident’s needs.
• Ensure licensed nurses perform head-to-toe assessments and reassessments on all residents.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the geriatric residents and evaluate licensed nurse’s abilities to assess and reassess residents.
• Ability to interpret results of tests and procedures; take appropriate action.
• Assess residents on admission and at least once per shift, as well as when conditions change and document appropriately.
• Ability to adequately assess and reassess residents’ pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and educate residents and families on pain management.
• Interpret test results and take appropriate action on results.
• Promote and support the greatest possible degree of independence for residents.
• Contribute knowledge of residents’ conditions and document observations as required.
• Promote a safe and clean hazard-free environment for residents, family members, and staff members.
• Ensure equipment is clean and functional. Report any malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Ability to function as a team leader and role model.
• Abide by the Company Clinical policies and procedures for Abuse Prevention.
• Notify the physician of changes in resident’s condition and follow through until appropriate action is taken.
• Follow through, as needed, on information given by shift report, resident, or family regarding resident concerns.
• Implement plan of care for the resident based on assessments and goals as established by the interdisciplinary care team.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Plan and coordinate with the Administrator, utilizing the respective service managers for planning the budgeting requirements for staff, performance of work, supplies, and equipment.
• Responsible for cost controls to ensure maximum effectiveness of funds expended from approved department budgets.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and supervise supportive staff in infection prevention and control procedures.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications of Director of Nursing (DON):

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN licensure is required for the state of Oklahoma.
• Must have a current BLS CPR card.
• RN, 5 years nursing management experience is preferred.
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.