Director of Nursing

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The Director of Nursing (DON) plans, organizes, develops and directs the overall operation of the Nursing Department of a life plan community in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Essential Activities and Tasks Operations Management - 40% Facilitates nursing best practices operations related to people, processes, and systems to enhance or improve the care of residents and patients. Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc. as necessary and ensures that all documentation is informative and descriptive of services and care provided and of the resident's response to the care. Ensures that all staff involved in providing care to residents and patients are aware of the care plan/documentation and that care plans are used in administering daily care to residents and patients. Monitors all nursing services and care to ensure that all resident care needs are met. Monitors medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications and treatment are administered as ordered. Ensures that a stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc. is maintained and secured on premises at all times to meet the needs of the residents and patients. Oversees the use of restraints when necessary and in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures. Participates in screening potential admissions for care needs and suitability of admission through paper review or on-site visits. Attends all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed. People Management and Development - 15% Supervises the Nursing Department at a life plan community. Fosters a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees. Interviews, selects, and orients new direct reports. Defines, establishes, and promotes performance expectations so direct reports understand and demonstrate excellence through high quality and consistent performance. Evaluates job performance of direct reports in accordance with the company policy and procedure and provides developmental guidance to staff for improved performance and growth. Monitors accountability with organization requirements prescribed by the Employee Handbook. Documents and engages employees who are routinely not observing these requirements in an effort to achieve compliance. Works with Human Resources when circumstances arise that necessitate further documentation and intervention. Participates in the development, planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring of in-service training programs, on-the-job training, and orientation programs for departmental staff. Ensures that there is a reasonable and sufficient plan for staffing should a direct report be absent or a direct reporting position be vacant. Responds timely and thoughtfully to questions, requests, and work product from departmental staff that has been provided for review and approval. Financial Management - 15% Works with the Administrator to develop the budget for the Nursing Department on an annual basis. Recommends capital expenditures that will improve quality care and/or safety for the residents, patients, or nursing staff. Approves nursing expenditures in accordance with budget. Oversees nursing financials on a monthly basis and meets nursing budget. Implements corrective measurements when unexpected costs or reduced revenues occur. Oversees RUG/Medicaid Scores. Care Management and Service Delivery - 10% Coordinates resident care with other departments, including Culinary, Housekeeping, Laundry, Maintenance, Therapy, Activities, and Social Services to ensure the continuity of care. In the absence of the Administrator, serves in an advisory capacity to other department directors, and assumes additional administrative responsibilities. Resident and Family Relations - 10% Interacts with residents and patients to ensure that quality care and positive resident/patient and staff relations are taking place. Maintains open and trust-building relationships with residents, patients, and family members, responding professionally and promptly to any requests or concerns. Quality, Compliance, and Risk Management - 5% Develops, maintains, and periodically updates policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (i.e. HIPAA, etc.). Serves on the Quality Assurance Committee in determining and ensuring quality of care and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies. Assists the Infection Control Coordinator and/or committee in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related functions to ensure that nursing services tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Serves on the Safety Committee in determining and ensuring resident and staff safety within the facility and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies. Ensures that resident rooms, treatment areas, work areas/equipment are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner. Oversees federal, state, and/or city survey processes and mock surveys. Maintains the confidentiality of resident information and honors the residents’ personal and property rights. Strategic Planning - 5% Provides vision, direction and leadership in regards to planning for the Nursing Department in order to achieve the organization's mission while ensuring sound financial judgment and operating efficiency. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Nursing degree from an accredited college, university or vocational school required. Additional education in nursing administration or other management courses and specialized training in the care of geriatric or rehabilitative patients required. Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) required. Experience Three years experience in a supervisory role in a hospital, long term care facility, or other related health care facility required. Five years experience working as a nurse in a hospital, long term care facility, or other related health care facility required. Six months training experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet required. Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred. Other Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Working Conditions and Special Requirements Sitting - Up to 4 hours/day Standing - Up to 8 hours/day Walking - Up to 6 hours/day Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling residents/patients or equipment/supplies. - Up to 50 pounds Driving - Up to 6 hours/day Travel % / Overnight Travel - Occasional Work weekends, evenings, and holidays. - As needed for oversight On-call availability - 24/7 for emergencies Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, and cuts. - Work day Subject to residents/patients with various disease processes. - Occasional May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. - Work day Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - I

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Director of Nursing

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5 months ago

Assistant Director of Nursing

Skilled Healthcare Center Alexandria, OH

Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in someone’s life? If so then Momentous Health at Richfield is the place to work! As The Assistant Director of Nursing with Momentous Health, you have an opportunity to make an impact on our residents. We care for our residents as well as our staff. Come and enjoy a great working environment where all staff are made to feel welcome! RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors and ensures the overall nursing care to residents in accordance with CMS, State and Company Guidelines. Oversees Clinical policies and procedures in support of these regulations and guidelines and assists in the implementation of such. Follows up on concerns from Residents and Family members Evaluates, monitors, and manages staffing levels and availability to ensure proper levels of staffing and care Implements and oversees infection control procedures to ensure resident and staff health and safety at all times. Coordinates purchasing of supplies, monitoring budget and validating and coding invoices. Assist in establishing a high quality of resident care; performs daily rounds Assists with the investigations of all incidents, falls, skin, elopements in compliance with policy and procedures Conduct and documents mandatory in-services and orientation for all staff EXPERIENCE: RN License in the state of Ohio Minimum three years’ experience preferred

Assistant Director of Nursing

Skilled Healthcare Center Alexandria, OH

Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in someone’s life? If so then Momentous Health at Richfield is the place to work! As The Assistant Director of Nursing with Momentous Health, you have an opportunity to make an impact on our residents. We care for our residents as well as our staff. Come and enjoy a great working environment where all staff are made to feel welcome! RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors and ensures the overall nursing care to residents in accordance with CMS, State and Company Guidelines. Oversees Clinical policies and procedures in support of these regulations and guidelines and assists in the implementation of such. Follows up on concerns from Residents and Family members Evaluates, monitors, and manages staffing levels and availability to ensure proper levels of staffing and care Implements and oversees infection control procedures to ensure resident and staff health and safety at all times. Coordinates purchasing of supplies, monitoring budget and validating and coding invoices. Assist in establishing a high quality of resident care; performs daily rounds Assists with the investigations of all incidents, falls, skin, elopements in compliance with policy and procedures Conduct and documents mandatory in-services and orientation for all staff EXPERIENCE: RN License in the state of Ohio Minimum three years’ experience preferred

Director of Nursing (DON)

Skilled nursing facility Alexandria, OH

A premier long term care company, operating twenty one long term care facilities throughout the state of Ohio and is now hiring Full-Time Director of Nursing (DON) who will travel our Southern, Ohio facilities. Our team consists of experienced, energetic, dedicated and compassionate individuals & leaders! Our mission is to provide a patient-centered care environment, that promotes a positive team environment, with honesty, dignity, and respect. And to maintain our reputation for being the preferred source for long term care/skilled nursing and rehabilitation within the communities we serve. Director of Nursing (DON) Benefits & Compensation Packages: Competitive Base Pay Bonuses & Incentives Vacation Time Sick Time Full Benefits Package 401 K And Much More! Director of Nursing (DON) Duties & Responsibilities: Supervising all nursing staff Overseeing department budgets Reporting to higher management in the healthcare facilities Maintaining high standards of care for all patients Managing patients’ data and medical records as confidential records Communicating with doctors, patients and family members about patient health Recruiting, training and onboarding new nursing staff Providing ongoing education classes Implementing new procedures and training Nurses on policies

Director of Nursing (DON)

Skilled nursing facility Alexandria, OH

A premier long term care company, operating twenty one long term care facilities throughout the state of Ohio and is now hiring Full-Time Director of Nursing (DON) who will travel our Southern, Ohio facilities. Our team consists of experienced, energetic, dedicated and compassionate individuals & leaders! Our mission is to provide a patient-centered care environment, that promotes a positive team environment, with honesty, dignity, and respect. And to maintain our reputation for being the preferred source for long term care/skilled nursing and rehabilitation within the communities we serve. Director of Nursing (DON) Benefits & Compensation Packages: Competitive Base Pay Bonuses & Incentives Vacation Time Sick Time Full Benefits Package 401 K And Much More! Director of Nursing (DON) Duties & Responsibilities: Supervising all nursing staff Overseeing department budgets Reporting to higher management in the healthcare facilities Maintaining high standards of care for all patients Managing patients’ data and medical records as confidential records Communicating with doctors, patients and family members about patient health Recruiting, training and onboarding new nursing staff Providing ongoing education classes Implementing new procedures and training Nurses on policies

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