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Amery Memory Care
Director of Nursing (DON)- LPN or RN
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$57,958 / year median in Wisconsin
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Amery Memory Care is a Community-Based Residential Facility specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia care and is hiring for a Director of Nursing for Amery, WI. The Director of Nursing role is to provide professional clinical leadership within the organization on all issues relating to clinical excellence, including coordinating with Administration, Nursing Services, and other departments on all matters impacting upon the business. Key responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) :
- Coordination and execution review of Nursing department goals, company implementations, and refinement strategies.
- Coordination and review of nursing related systems and duties
- Provide leadership, advice, and expertise on all clinical nurse issues in the building.
- Play a key role in the continuous development of care systems within the company.
- Assist in liaising with Primary Care Specialists.
- Liaise with the Administration, providers, and other key staff in the company.
- Accountable for the delivery of clinical nurse expertise in the region, representing the company.
- Promote a style of leadership that develops and empowers staff, recognizing achievements and providing support and assistance and team building.
- Represent the buildings interests and assist to ensure regulations and the standards set by the IDT team are achieved.
- Maintain an awareness of professional development and education.
- Assist in coordination and recruitment of other nurses within the company.
- Assess competency of ability to complete duties in floor staff and other licensed nurse roles.
PRN & Quarterly:
psychotropic review/report(s)- IDT review and follow-up
- Missed medication reports
- System Audits
- Assist as needed with organization, tasks, and prioritization to meet deadlines and regulatory requirements.