Director of Nursing Position Available In Pasco, Florida

Director of Nursing 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 8041 State Road 52, Hudson, FL 34667

General Purpose:

Organizes, directs, and oversees the work of the nursing team, nursing programs, compliance with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations, and customizes procedures to ensure the highest degree of quality care is offered. The Director of Nursing has administrative and managerial authority, responsibility, and accountability for the functions, activities, and training of the nursing team.

Qualifications:

Must have and maintain throughout employment an unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) licensure issued by the State Board of Nursing. Must have valid CPR certification and maintain active CPR certification throughout employment. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills in the areas of nursing administration, nursing practice, rehabilitation, and employee relations management. Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations specific to nursing home operation and licensure. Must have knowledge of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation, mistreatment, and injury of unknown origin regulations and reporting requirements. Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with residents, families, vendors, visitors, government agencies, facility staff, hospital personnel, hospice representatives, and the general public. Must have excellent follow-through. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality individualized care. Ability to manage through delegation, goal setting, and building respect from all nursing staff through use of positive leadership principles. Ability to prepare and present educational material and or reports to various audiences. Ability to formulate reports, disseminate information, interpret data, and coordinate with multiple departments. Must be able to lift 60-70lbs frequently. Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout the scheduled shift. Must have knowledge of computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment. Must adhere to facility dress code. Must agree to participate in on-call duties (24/7) and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Must have excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills. Must have working knowledge of the facility’s fire, safety, and disaster procedures. Must be able to meet all local health regulations, and pass pre/post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry. Must have the ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships through the use of tactful, direct and sensitive interaction. Must be able to communicate verbally in a positive and professional manner. Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, co-workers, and to work cooperatively with others. Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance. Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator.