Director of Nursing Services

Crossroads Health & Rehabilitation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401k plan

Job summary

Crossroads Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Director of Nursing Services to oversee nursing and auxiliary staff, ensuring high-quality resident care. You will interpret policies, drive quality improvements, and provide in-service training.

Ideal candidates will have an RN license in Pennsylvania, at least five years of clinical experience with two in supervision, and a BSN is preferred. The role requires strong leadership, budget collaboration, and 24/7 on-call availability.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Pennsylvania required.
• Minimum five years of full‑time clinical experience, with at least two years in nursing supervision in long‑term care.
• BSN preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements nursing philosophy, objectives, policies, and standards.
• Monitors nursing care to ensure kindness, dignity, and respect for all residents.
• Manages and updates nursing department policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.
• Conducts daily rounds, reviews progress notes, and ensures care plan implementation.
• Collaborates with the Administrator on budget development and control for nursing services.
• Maintains relationships with medical staff, residents, families, and the community.
• Provides direction to nursing staff through policies, meetings, and memos.
• Participates in facility committees (e.g., Patient Care Policy, Infection Control, Quality Improvement).
• Assesses potential residents' care needs relative to facility capabilities.
• Coordinates infection control procedures and ensures staff training.
• Ensures adequate nursing equipment and supplies.
• Notifies physicians and families of significant changes in resident health.
• Determines staffing needs, coordinates schedules, and recruits/hires nursing personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance and addresses disciplinary matters.
• Prioritizes resident safety and adherence to legal, health, and safety codes.
• Ensures residents and families receive high-quality, compassionate service.
• Remains on call for emergencies 24 hours a day.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Nursing

Staff Development

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Budgeting

Education

RN licensure in PA

BSN preferred

Job description

Director of Nursing Services

Salary Range: $150,000 PER YEAR

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• 401k plan

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing and administering all nursing services. This includes planning, directing, and coordinating nursing and auxiliary staff to ensure high-quality resident care. Key aspects involve interpreting facility policies, ensuring compliance, evaluating services for improvement, and providing essential in-service training programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES (Key Areas):

• Develops and implements nursing philosophy, objectives, policies, and standards.

• Monitors nursing care to ensure kindness, dignity, and respect for all residents.

• Manages and updates nursing department policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.

• Conducts daily rounds, reviews resident progress notes, and ensures care plan implementation.

• Collaborates with the Administrator on budget development and control for nursing services.

• Maintains strong relationships with medical staff, residents, families, and the community.

• Provides direction to nursing staff through policies, meetings, and memos.

• Participates in facility committees (e.g., Patient Care Policy, Infection Control, Quality Improvement).

• Assesses potential residents' care needs relative to facility capabilities.

• Coordinates infection control procedures and ensures staff training.

• Ensures adequate nursing equipment and supplies.

• Notifies physicians and families of significant changes in resident health.

• Determines staffing needs, coordinates schedules, and recruits/hires professional nursing personnel.

• Evaluates staff performance, provides counselling, and addresses disciplinary matters.

• Prioritizes resident safety, adhering to all legal, health, and safety codes.

• Ensures residents and families receive high-quality, compassionate service.

• Remains on call for emergencies 24 hours a day.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

• Minimum of five years full-time clinical experience, with at least two years in nursing supervision in a long-term care setting.

• BSN preferred.

JOB SKILLS:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and make necessary decisions.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for positive interactions with staff, residents, families, and agencies.

• Proficiency in developing and implementing programs and policies to ensure quality care.

• Thorough knowledge of nursing practices, medical procedures, and long-term care regulations (licensing, certification).

• Annual verification of a negative TB skin test required.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• May assume administrative duties in the absence of the Administrator/Assistant Administrator.

• Engages directly with residents, families, visitors, and employees.