Director of Clinical Operations

Overview Director of Clinical Operations – Lead the Future of Senior Care At Diversicare, we believe in improving every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations. We foster a culture built on trust, respect, compassion, and teamwork, where every team member plays a vital role in delivering Service Excellence. We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Director of Clinical Operations to join our leadership team and drive clinical excellence across our network of centers. Make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients and residents by leading and shaping our clinical operations. As Director of Clinical Operations, reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, you will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and monitoring clinical systems and standards that ensure the highest quality of care. You will be a key driver in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence. #ND123 Responsibilities What you will do: Elevate Clinical Competency: Establish and maintain robust clinical competencies for all licensed nurses, ensuring ongoing education and development through monthly training calls with Directors of Nursing Services and Staff Development Coordinators. Develop system-driven educational topics focusing on key areas such as pressure ulcers, antipsychotic reduction, and regulatory updates. Strengthen Clinical Systems: Develop and implement core clinical systems and guidelines, including standards for cornerstones of care such as seating and positioning, consistent assignments, and transitions of care. Establish a system for measuring adherence to these critical systems. Enhance Quality of Life: Define standards and tools for monitoring adherence to dementia care protocols. Provide crucial support to Social Services in areas such as event management, grievance response, guardianship, and advance directives. Collaborate with Activities teams to implement innovative service approaches and ensure regulatory compliance. Champion Infection Control: Provide expert guidance on infection control protocols, responding effectively to new regulatory requirements and assisting in the revision of company clinical standards based on industry best practices and research. Lead with Impact: Provide clinical leadership and support to multiple skilled nursing facilities, driving consistent application of best practices and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Qualifications What you will bring: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred. Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in the Long-Term Care & Rehab industry. Proven experience as a Director of Nursing in Long-Term Care. Demonstrated experience managing clinical operations across multiple skilled nursing facilities. Why Diversicare? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Generous Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE – employee hardship fund OnShift Wallet – Pay advancement program Join our team and experience the Diversicare Difference – a culture of impassioned service delivery where you can truly make a difference. Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to improving lives through exceptional care. (EOE)

RN

Full-time

1 week ago

Nurse RN

Diversicare Sedgwick, KS

Overview Unlock Your Nursing Career Potential at Diversicare! Join Diversicare, where we prioritize the growth and success of our valued team members. Nurses play a pivotal role in our mission to enhance lives through exceptional healthcare, exceeding expectations every step of the way. Why Choose Diversicare? Clinical Career Progression: Climb the Clinical Career Ladder, advancing from roles like Charge Nurse to RN Supervisor, Unit Manager, Clinical Educator, Assistant, and Director of Nursing. Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who champion your success at every turn. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy top-tier wages, daily wage access, and comprehensive benefits covering medical/dental/vision, vacation, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Responsibilities Your Impact as a Registered Nurse (RN): Deliver exceptional care to residents, positively impacting their lives and well-being. Manage daily nursing operations, including medication administration and promoting residents' optimal functioning. Cultivate leadership skills by supervising CNAs, ensuring top-quality care delivery. Access continuous education and professional development resources to excel in your role. Qualifications Current RN license issued by the State Board of Nursing. Ability to collaborate effectively with residents, physicians, and fellow staff members. Proficiency in meeting prescribed nursing standards. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. (EOE)

RN

Temporary

2 weeks ago

Regional RN

Diversicare Sedgwick, KS

$42 / hour

Overview Offering Premium Pay $42/hr. for 60 days! Great Benefits after 60 days! Discover What’s Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts. Are you a RN that is ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional RN for our the centers in the region. As a Regional RN you will provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. At the assigned center, you will render skilled technical nursing services to residents within an assigned unit in support of the medical care staff and will supervise CNAs to ensure a high quality of care is provided to all residents. Full Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Discover What’s Possible at Diversicare! APPLY NOW! Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 46 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs. It is Diversicare’s Mission to “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.” We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards. We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other. Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference . #RN123 Responsibilities 1. Receives report on patient/resident status from previous shift and provides this communication to oncoming shift.2. Makes physical rounds in assigned area of oversight assessing quality of care, intervening with provision of care and interacting with care givers and patients/residents.3. Provides direct care in line with the responsibilities of a nurse, assessing conditions, communicating with attending physicians/practitioners and carrying out nursing functions according to the needs of the patients.4. Assists in establishing a plan of care for patients based on their unique needs and in line with physician orders.5. Is a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team.6. Accurately documents patient/resident condition including assessments, communication and care provided.7. May directly provide or supervise other providers of care such as medication pass, nursing care, documentation, treatments and supervision.8. Evaluates performance of nurses, nursing assistants and trained medication aides; coaches and disciplines as needed.9. Assesses and monitors to verify patient/residents’ needs are met and policies and procedures are followed.10. May respond and coordinate actions in emergency situations.11. Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing Services.12. Assists with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program initiatives.13. Ensures safe work practices are followed.14. Provides empathetic communication to families, patients/residents regarding change of condition and in response to care concerns, ensures resident rights are respected.15. Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.16. Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts. Qualifications Has a current license by the State Board of Nursing as an RN. Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates. Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis. Able to work intimately with residents, physicians, and staff. Experience in the long term care setting preferred. Capable of working to prescribed nursing standards. Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform a service. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Registered Nurse Pre-Op/PACU Full-time

Surgery Partners Bel Aire, KS

Position Summary The Pre/Post-Operative Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the patient’s admission to the facility, comprehensive pre-operative care, immediate post-operative care, and stabilization for admission to the inpatient department or return to the home environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To utilize specialized nursing knowledge and discriminative judgment while giving direct and indirect patient care: Acts under established protocols, policies, and provider orders Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality Oversee patient's pre-operative and/or postoperative care, considering both physical and psychosocial needs Continually performs thorough and accurate patient assessment, anticipates needs, and reports relevant assessments to the appropriate provider Oversees completion and availability of requested preoperative testing and reports abnormal results to appropriate provider Documents, assessments and care in medical record accurately and in a timely manner Provides patient and family education on perioperative procedures and expectations Ensure patients have met all necessary requirements (i.e. testing, consent forms, assessments, etc.) prior to transferring them to operating room Ensures patients are optimized for discharge or transfer to inpatient unit; provides holistic and thorough discharge education and/or report Demonstrates continued competence in assessing, treating, and caring for patients on the perioperative setting based on individualized needs Demonstrates good nursing knowledge base and rationale for actions; demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of skills identified for position including, but not limited to: Initiation and maintenance of vascular access Procedural sedation Cardiac and vital sign monitoring Assistance with peripheral nerve blocks Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis Medication reconciliation Airway management Medication administration Repositioning/comfort measures Specimen Handling Always maintain cleanliness and order of department Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and follows procedures for reporting and correcting damaged equipment and/or unsafe situations Utilizes supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently, assisting with stocking, replenishing, and preparation of supplies Keeps safety of patient, self, and others a primary concern always; recognizes emergency situations and responds quickly and efficiently following hospital policies and procedures to prevent adverse outcomes Supervises and directs, as delegated, the activities of non-professional personnel Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors To function effectively as a member of the team: Reports for work in a timely manner and maintains good attendance record Shows flexibility in accommodating schedule changes, i.e. working late or early, changing schedules, etc. Participates as a team member in planning and implementation of patient care; takes responsibility for an adequate patient load, reviews schedule for next day Responds to call backs in a timely and professional manner Utilizes work time effectively Participates as a team member in planning and implementation of patient care; takes responsibility for an adequate patient load, reviews schedule for next day Demonstrates the ability to work cohesively with other team members Monitors surgery schedule continually, communicating arrivals, cancellations, delays; communications with reception desk, contacts patients or surgeons who are late Reports pertinent information to supervisor Contributes to increased morale and positive attitude in the department and facility Demonstrates the ability to accept and work through change Requires minimal supervision in daily tasks Reports pertinent information to supervisor To support quality activities: Participates in on-going committees and other educational programs to enhance patient care Makes post-operative phone calls, assessing patient status and reporting any pertinent information to supervisor and/or anesthesiologist Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making suggestions for improvement Performs and documents daily assignments, including general housekeeping and maintenance of work environment Develops communication skills and promotes inter-departmental relationships to ensure continuity of care Actively participates in patient and employee safety by following OSHA and other standards reviewed in annual education Maintains current BLS and ACLS certification and any other advanced certifications required Qualifications Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year college or university, or diploma in nursing. BSN desired. Possession of valid state license as Registered Nurse in the state of Kansas. Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) required. (NOTE: BCLS may be obtained individually or will be accepted without individual BCLS card with current ACLS documentation.) ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required within 60 days of hire. Minimum of one-year experience in Preop, PACU, Emergency, or ICU. One-year perioperative experience in surgery center or hospital setting preferred. Working Conditions Temperature controlled environment. Employees should be Able to lift 50 pounds using proper lifting technique several times during their shift. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills. Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and physicians. Vision for near, far & mid-range accommodation. Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch. Requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist. Risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, and exposure to infectious disease. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement Our hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources so that we can engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodation.

Registered Nurse Pre-Op/PACU Full-time

Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital Bel Aire, KS

Position Summary The Pre/Post-Operative Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the patient’s admission to the facility, comprehensive pre-operative care, immediate post-operative care, and stabilization for admission to the inpatient department or return to the home environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To utilize specialized nursing knowledge and discriminative judgment while giving direct and indirect patient care: Acts under established protocols, policies, and provider orders Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality Oversee patient's pre-operative and/or postoperative care, considering both physical and psychosocial needs Continually performs thorough and accurate patient assessment, anticipates needs, and reports relevant assessments to the appropriate provider Oversees completion and availability of requested preoperative testing and reports abnormal results to appropriate provider Documents, assessments and care in medical record accurately and in a timely manner Provides patient and family education on perioperative procedures and expectations Ensure patients have met all necessary requirements (i.e. testing, consent forms, assessments, etc.) prior to transferring them to operating room Ensures patients are optimized for discharge or transfer to inpatient unit; provides holistic and thorough discharge education and/or report Demonstrates continued competence in assessing, treating, and caring for patients on the perioperative setting based on individualized needs Demonstrates good nursing knowledge base and rationale for actions; demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of skills identified for position including, but not limited to: Initiation and maintenance of vascular access Procedural sedation Cardiac and vital sign monitoring Assistance with peripheral nerve blocks Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis Medication reconciliation Airway management Medication administration Repositioning/comfort measures Specimen Handling Always maintain cleanliness and order of department Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and follows procedures for reporting and correcting damaged equipment and/or unsafe situations Utilizes supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently, assisting with stocking, replenishing, and preparation of supplies Keeps safety of patient, self, and others a primary concern always; recognizes emergency situations and responds quickly and efficiently following hospital policies and procedures to prevent adverse outcomes Supervises and directs, as delegated, the activities of non-professional personnel Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors To function effectively as a member of the team: Reports for work in a timely manner and maintains good attendance record Shows flexibility in accommodating schedule changes, i.e. working late or early, changing schedules, etc. Participates as a team member in planning and implementation of patient care; takes responsibility for an adequate patient load, reviews schedule for next day Responds to call backs in a timely and professional manner Utilizes work time effectively Participates as a team member in planning and implementation of patient care; takes responsibility for an adequate patient load, reviews schedule for next day Demonstrates the ability to work cohesively with other team members Monitors surgery schedule continually, communicating arrivals, cancellations, delays; communications with reception desk, contacts patients or surgeons who are late Reports pertinent information to supervisor Contributes to increased morale and positive attitude in the department and facility Demonstrates the ability to accept and work through change Requires minimal supervision in daily tasks Reports pertinent information to supervisor To support quality activities: Participates in on-going committees and other educational programs to enhance patient care Makes post-operative phone calls, assessing patient status and reporting any pertinent information to supervisor and/or anesthesiologist Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making suggestions for improvement Performs and documents daily assignments, including general housekeeping and maintenance of work environment Develops communication skills and promotes inter-departmental relationships to ensure continuity of care Actively participates in patient and employee safety by following OSHA and other standards reviewed in annual education Maintains current BLS and ACLS certification and any other advanced certifications required Qualifications Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year college or university, or diploma in nursing. BSN desired. Possession of valid state license as Registered Nurse in the state of Kansas. Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) required. (NOTE: BCLS may be obtained individually or will be accepted without individual BCLS card with current ACLS documentation.) ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required within 60 days of hire. Minimum of one-year experience in Preop, PACU, Emergency, or ICU. One-year perioperative experience in surgery center or hospital setting preferred. Working Conditions Temperature controlled environment. Employees should be Able to lift 50 pounds using proper lifting technique several times during their shift. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills. Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and physicians. Vision for near, far & mid-range accommodation. Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch. Requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist. Risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, and exposure to infectious disease. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement Our hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources so that we can engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodation.

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