Nursing Director: Lead Care Operations & Team

Life Care Centers of America; LaGrange (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN Director of Nursing to plan, organize, develop, and direct the Nursing department to ensure the highest quality patient care in compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards. Education requirements include an ASN degree and an active RN license; CPR certification on hire and two years of supervisory experience in a post-acute setting are required.

The role emphasizes community health engagement, data analysis, policy implementation, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related setting
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
• Collect, analyze, and manage data
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Education

ASN degree

RN license

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN Director of Nursing to plan, organize, develop, and direct the Nursing department to ensure the highest quality patient care in compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards. Education requirements include an ASN degree and an active RN license; CPR certification on hire and two years of supervisory experience in a post-acute setting are required.

The role emphasizes community health engagement, data analysis, policy implementation, and