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Director of Nursing DON*

Rinaldi Convalescent Hospital Los Angeles, CA

POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to manage, develop, and direct the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the Administrator and Medical Director. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinating with the Administrator to recruit and select nursing staff Reviewing scheduling and staffing to ensure daily PPD requirements are met Working with DSD in monitoring the in-service trainings Providing assistance to nursing staff when needed (including admissions, med pass and wound care) Making written and verbal recommendations to the Administrator as needed concerning the operations of the nursing department Maintaining and updating the policies and procedures that govern the daily functions of the nursing department Developing and conducting performance evaluations for annual reviews of nursing staff Reviewing residents discharge plans Making rounds Assisting in surveys (inspections); and following up with corrective measures Monitoring the facility’s QI and survey reports Reviewing complaints and grievances made or filed by staff, residents or third parties Reporting occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals as required by state and federal law Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords Keeping abreast of new state and federal regulations as they pertain to skilled nursing Attending meetings and serving on committees Complying with annual facility in-service training programs Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. REQUIREMENTS Education / Licensure Nursing Degree from accredited school or college Valid RN license in good standing Valid CPR and BLS card Qualifications / Experience Minimum of 1 year as director of nursing/supervisor for a skilled nursing facility Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language Proficiency with PCC a plus Working Conditions May encounter frequent interruptions May be involved with residents, family and government agencies May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.) May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals Physical Requirements Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day Working throughout the nursing areas Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and/or medical labels INDVAL 6/24/2026