Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing Tenderness Health Care, LLC Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time $88,237.58 - $106,264.61 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Management Phone communication BLS Certification CPR English Bachelor's degree Staff training Multi-line phone systems Home health Home health agency experience Home & community care experience Full Job Description Director of Nursing DUTIES The Director of Nursing (DON), in accordance with policies and standards established by the Governing Body, and under the direct supervision of the Administrator, assists with the planning, coordination, leading, controlling, and evaluation of home health services. The DON is always available, during operating hours. The DON is responsible for coordination and liaison with appropriate parent and affiliate Departments and committees, development of policies and guidelines for and obtaining input from service personnel and providing professional input, to related administrative systems. Coordinates orientation and in-service programs. The DON directs and supervises professional and auxiliary personnel rendering client care services, performs marketing duties and fosters public relations for the company, consults and plans with healthcare facilities regarding staffing needs and communicates the concept of quality client care to the general community. The DON interprets service needs to the Administrator and acts as a client services administrative liaison.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participates with the Administrator and Executive Director in the formulation of a business plan, i.e., strategic goals, resource allocation plans, and a yearly budget. Consults, plans, and works with Administrator, in policy formulation and programmatic development and implementation, including assessing adequate and appropriate staffing. Coordinate with Administrator to plan activities to develop administrative policies and practices for the Agency. Consults with supervisors and staff, individually or in groups, regarding patients or special programs or service programs. Evaluates the program, services, and field personnel. Directs the implementation of service goals and objectives. Develop standards that ensure safe, and effective, services to clients and families. Establishes job functions, qualifications, and job descriptions, for each service staff (direct and supervisory). Establishes, and maintains, effective channels of communication. Keeps program personnel up to date with state-of-the-art clinical information and practices staff development, including orientation, in-service education, and continuing education. Maintains policy and procedure manuals, and updates procedures and job descriptions, as policies and procedures change. Directs staff in performance of their duties. Oversee the implementation, and evaluation, of client care services inclusive of regulatory licensure and certification criteria and accreditation standards. Coordinates with other program areas, and senior management, as appropriate, according to the organizational structure. Acts as liaison with Staff Development for program areas. Assesses appropriate staff supervision, during all service hours. Collaborates in the development of an effective, and efficient, client care documentation system, including statistical compilation, and analysis, relative to cost and staff service delivery. Participates in selected orientation programs. Keeps staff informed of Agency developments, needs, etc., and encourages their participation in problem solving, at the organization and community levels. Assists in the evaluation of community needs, and plans programs and services to meet with identified needs. Submits formal written proposals, to Administrator, for all new programs or services (with complete cost/benefit analysis). Oversee all CQI and utilization review activities. Assists in Agency evaluation activities. Participates in selective conferences, and workshops, to promote knowledge in community health trends, efficiency in job performance, and overall professional growth. Participates with other health, civic, education, and professional groups, as directed by the Administrator and Executive Director. Serves on, and periodically reviews policies relevant to patient care with, the Professional Advisory Committee (if applicable) and the QAPI Committee. Assists in marketing the Agency and fostering community relations. Consults with physicians, in matters relating to patient care services. Consults, and plans, with healthcare facilities regarding staffing needs. Evaluates own job performance and utilization of resources in planning for professional growth. Participates in state and national organizations, meetings, seminars, workshops, and activities relating to the health professions and healthcare services, when appropriate. Make patient and personnel assignments. Coordinates patient care. Coordinates referrals. Ensures that patient needs are continually assessed. Ensures the development, implementation, and updates of the individualized plan of

PROMOTES STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Utilizes capabilities of nursing and paraprofessional personnel in the development of orientation and staff education programs Recognizes leadership potential and offers opportunities for leadership training and development Encourages and assists personnel to continue self-improvement through formal education, educational meetings and active participation in professional and related organizations. Assists with interviews and hires select home healthcare personnel

JOB CONDITIONS

Position is stressful in terms of meeting deadlines Requires minimal lifting of office records and printouts It is primarily a desk job which essentially involves sitting, standing, stooping and walking as well as an inordinate amount of telephone communication Travel is required by car or airplane to local out of town or state seminars, conferences or meetings Must be able to read 12 point and larger type The ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, (English is required)

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

The position requires the ability to utilize a PC, calculator, muti-line telephone and other related office equipment

COMPANY INFORMATION

Has access to all client medical records and client financial accounts, personnel records and company financial records which may be discussed with all management staff

QUALIFICATIONS A

licensed physician, registered nurse, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, audiologist or social worker Possesses the education and experience in the scope of services offered Must have at least two years of homecare experience and at least one year of supervisory experience A bachelor's degree is preferred Be able to pass a criminal history background check Must have a current CPR certification

Pay:

$88,237.58 - $106,264.61 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person