Nursing Director: Lead, Innovate, Elevate Patient Care

Mt Vernon Place Nursing Center; Mount Vernon (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt Vernon Place Nursing Center in Missouri seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the nursing department, oversee staffing, policy development, and regulatory compliance. The DON will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and staff to coordinate care, manage budgets, and drive quality improvements.

RN licensure is required, with preferred experience in long-term care and expertise in EHR systems. The role emphasizes staff development, patient safety, and interdisciplinary teamwork to

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in the state of employment.
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices and patient care standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise nursing staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor nursing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate patient care activities with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Manage nursing budgets, resources, and supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular audits and quality assurance activities to uphold high standards of care and patient safety.
• Provide direct nursing care as needed, demonstrating clinical expertise and serving as a role model for staff.
• Facilitate ongoing education and professional development opportunities for nursing personnel.
• Address and resolve patient and family concerns related to nursing care promptly and effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN license

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Healthcare management software

Job description

Mt Vernon Place Nursing Center in Missouri seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the nursing department, oversee staffing, policy development, and regulatory compliance. The DON will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and staff to coordinate care, manage budgets, and drive quality improvements.

RN licensure is required, with preferred experience in long-term care and expertise in EHR systems. The role emphasizes staff development, patient safety, and interdisciplinary teamwork to