Director of Nursing (DON)

The Guardian is searching for a Director of Nursing who can create an impact on the lives of our Residents every day. As DON, you will join a vibrant team that treasures energy, originality, and communication. You will lead a team that consists of an Admission Nurse, MDS, A.D.O.N., and a Social Services Director in charge of forty-five residents participating in the "Back 2 Home" program and living with us through the Private Pay, long-term program. (No MCD beds). We consider your well-being as well, our culture gives you many chances to learn and advance, along with a dedication to training that enables you to reach your full potential. Contact our Administrator to arrange a time to visit us and determine if we are the best fit for you.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Director of Nursing will verify the provision of quality care that promotes the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychological well-being of each resident as determined by resident assessments and individual plans of care.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for interdisciplinary involvement in the development of plans of care to meet each resident's needs Oversee/direct/coordinate nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices Keep current with the changes in all regulations related to resident care Communicate with attending physician and medical director regarding resident care issues as needed Assure compliance with state/federal regulations and company standards Perform direct care/procedures when needed; such may include procedures for which the staff is not qualified or licensed to perform Develop and verify implementation of POCs Attend QA meetings Review resident clinical records Review facility reports (facility QA reports, etc.) Review consultant reports and provide feedback on any POC Communicate and coordinate with physicians, discharge planners or appropriate facility representatives from health care facilities regarding resident admissions, transfers and discharges as needed Communicate and supervise nursing personnel with respect to professional conduct and counsel employees about job performance as needed Provide training to the pertinent facility staff Use diplomacy but firmness in settling any disputes, complaints, etc. concerning nursing personnel or residents or families in conjunction with the administrator

Licensing Requirements:

Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required

Experience Requirements:

Experience as a DON in a Skilled Nursing Facility Strong knowledge of home care, acute care, and nursing administration Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Proficiency in medical records management and documentation review Ability to develop and implement care plans based on individual patient needs

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person