RN / Registered Nurse Job

Director of Nursing - Perm
Job Type: Full-time
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Assumes primary responsibility for health care related services oversight and coordination in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations
Participates in the required assessments for Resident service planning, and renewal and maintenance of these plans
Recommends health care service goals and assists in their implementation
Works with the Executive Director to supervise, oversee, and coordinate the work of the team to meet Resident needs
Participates in the training and development of all Team Members according established policies, procedures, and state licensing regulations
Knows and implements established policies, procedures, and regulations, and ensures staff are aware of and follow same
Ensures 24-hour staff coverage is planned, arranged, and implemented, and provides shift coverage in the event of unplanned absence of Team Members
Assists with standard setting, protocols, and quality assurance programs
Participates in the process of clinical and record audits
Manages medication administration and compliance in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations
Maintains effective communication with other departments and attends relevant departmental and corporate meetings as requested or needed
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) professional license in NH
Basic knowledge of and ability to apply Geriatric Nursing principles
2 years of Assisted Living experience
3 years of experience in a position with management / leadership responsibilities preferred
Ability to work in a team setting and be a team player
Ability to keep all business and operations information confidential
Possess organizational and communication skills
Possess excellent customer service skills
Ability to follow and adhere to policies, procedures, and state licensing regulations for Assisted Living / Memory Care
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