Strategic Nursing Services Director

VIVO Healthcare University; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVO Healthcare University is seeking a Nursing Services Director to lead and direct the Nursing Service Department in accordance with state and federal standards. The role requires an RN license, a nursing degree, and at least three years of supervisor experience in a healthcare setting.

The incumbent will oversee staffing, policy interpretation, and coordination with physicians and community agencies to ensure compassionate, high-quality resident care while maintaining regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the Nursing Services department, abiding by laws and regulations.
• Interprets and communicates policies to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation.
• Participates in all admission decisions.
• Participates in management team meetings to discuss census, resident changes, complaints or concerns.
• Evaluates work performance of nursing personnel and implements discipline as needed.
• Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities and improvement initiatives.
• Facilitates committee participation and communications within the facility.
• Ensures quality care and adequate staffing; maintains cleanliness and resident function levels.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, physicians, and community agencies to improve services.
• Oversees nursing schedules to meet resident needs and regulatory/budget standards.
• Participates in recruitment, hiring and termination of nursing personnel.
• Performs rounds to observe residents and ensure nursing needs are met.
• Conducts in-service education to keep staff competent in current knowledge and skills.
• Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Monitors infection control program and adherence to guidelines to prevent disease transmission.
• Participates in budget development for nursing and supplies.
• Assists in inspections and mock surveys and in plan of correction responses.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy interpretation

Infection control

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

VIVO Healthcare University is seeking a Nursing Services Director to lead and direct the Nursing Service Department in accordance with state and federal standards. The role requires an RN license, a nursing degree, and at least three years of supervisor experience in a healthcare setting.

The incumbent will oversee staffing, policy interpretation, and coordination with physicians and community agencies to ensure compassionate, high-quality resident care while maintaining regulatory compliance