DON (Director of Nursing)

Long Term Care Center; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Care Center in Gainesville, FL is seeking a DON (Director of Nursing) to lead the Nursing department. The role requires active RN licensure and strong clinical leadership to ensure 24/7 safe, compassionate care.

Responsibilities include budget management, QA data analysis, and daily rounds to assess patient needs. CPR certification and 5+ years of experience in long-term care supervision are required.

Qualifications

• Active Florida RN license.
• Up-to-date physical assessment skills and comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles.
• Minimum of 5 years full-time or equivalent clinical experience with at least 2 years supervision in the long-term care setting.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the development and implementation of philosophy, objectives, policies and standards of Nursing practice aligned with organizational goals.
• Maintains adequate Nursing coverage to provide safe care 24/7 for all customers with dignity and respect.
• Works with the Administrator to develop, allocate and control the nursing department budget.
• Collects and analyzes clinical data for Quality Assurance and presents plans for improvement monthly.
• Completes daily rounds to observe patient needs and ensure nursing requirements are met.
• Provides direction to Nursing staff via policies, procedures, and meetings.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Budget management

Quality improvement

Clinical nursing

Education

Florida RN license

CPR certification

5+ years clinical experience

Job description

DON (Director of Nursing)

Registered Nurse (RN)

A reputable and established long term care center in Gainesville, FLis looking for an outstanding Director of Nursing!

We offer excellent wages, competitive benefits, and much more. We feature a monthly fun activities calendar for our staff, along with employee appreciation days!

Director of Nursing Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Participates in the development and/or the implementation of philosophy, objectives, policies and standards of Nursing practice in accordance with the goals of the organization
• Maintains adequate Nursing coverage to provide safe Nursing care for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assure that all customers are treated fairly, with compassion, dignity and respect
• Works with the Administrator to develop, allocate and control the budget for the Department of Nursing Services
• Collects and analyzes clinical data from internal and external sources for Quality Assurance measures. Presents findings and plans for continuously improvement monthly to the Quality Assurance/Risk Management Committee
• Completes daily rounds on the units to observe customers and to determine if Nursing needs are being met
• Provides direction to Nursing staff through written policies, procedures, Nursing administration meetings, routine staff meetings, and written memos

Director of Nursing Education and Experience Requirements:

• Active Florida RN license
• Up-to-date physical assessment skills and comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles
• A minimum of 5 years full-time or equivalent clinical experience with at least 2 years experience in nursing supervision in the long-term care setting is required
• CPR certification

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