RN Director of Nursing

Life Care Centers of America; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; 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 ensuring quality patient care in line with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires an ASN, active RN license, 2 years of supervisory experience in post-acute care, and CPR certification. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, manage budgets, and uphold regulatory compliance while maintaining patient safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

• ASN degree from an accredited college or university.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• CPR certification required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, and direct nursing staff.
• Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise staff.
• Direct care provided by nursing staff.
• Manage budget and control expenses.
• Ensure patient safety and quality of care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies.
• Read/write English.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Nursing leadership

Budget management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient care

Education

ASN degree

RN license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time Employment!!!!

Position Summary

The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• 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.

Specific Job Requirements

• 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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staff
• Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staff
• Assign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shift
• Direct care provided by nursing staff
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Effectively manage and operate within budget
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language