Location:Skyline at First Hill725 9th AvenueSeattle WA 98104
We have an amazing opportunity for a
Director - Nursing Services II (SN)
to join our team!
The pay for this role is $145k - 165k per year DOE.Do you have a passion for people, and are looking for a reliable, enjoyable time role where you will be valued? If so, we can't wait to talk with you! We have an exciting opportunity at
Skyline, a
Transforming Age community.Our
Director of Nursing: is responsible for planning, organizing and direct the overall operation of nursing services in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines to foster the highest degree of quality care.
- Develop, review, and revise standards, guidelines, forms and job descriptions.
- Provide and/or promote staff educational programs, monitor attendance and compliance with mandatory training as required.
- Participate in regularly scheduled management meetings.
- Coordinate the completion of the admission, discharge, and evaluation materials and process for all residents. Ensure appropriate documentation including functional assessments.
- Ensure that all resident rights and responsibilities are protected and enforced.
- Establish and maintain a close liaison with residents and families.
- Promote an environment that allows residents to function as independently as possible.
- Collaborate with the Medical Director and other professional service providers.
- Coordinate with appropriate department directors and supervisors for services provided to the residents.
- Maintain all documentation required by state agencies.
- Organize and promote educational opportunities for residents and families.
- Participate in the level of care committee for the continuing care retirement community.
- Comply with state and federal requirements and regulations.
- Maintain current knowledge for scope of practice for self and support staff.
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth, related to clinical standards of practice, gerontology, rehabilitation, organization, management, regulatory agencies, infection control, and interpersonal skills.
- Monitor usage of supplies and equipment and plan for long-range equipment replacement.
- Prepare preliminary departmental Operating Budget.
- Review, investigate and resolve customer grievances in cooperation with the Nursing Home Administrator.
- Develop and coordinate the QAA process.
- Participate in presentations to appropriate community organizations and individuals to meet community established occupancy goals. Promote a positive image.
- Maintain and dispose of discontinued controlled substances per state pharmacy regulations.
- Recruit, train, and schedule health center direct care staff
- Supervise all members of the Nursing department including coordinating and approving time off, conducting performance evaluations, counseling, and directing and managing the workflow for the department
- Supervise staff to provide quality services in a caring environment, which strives to preserve the residents' independence and self-respect.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to exchange information and address issues affecting resident care
- Promote the Mission, Vision and Values of Transforming Age in all areas of responsibility, and demonstrate commitment to Culture of Excellence and strategic goals
- Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work with staff and external constituents. Strong leadership and team building skills. Experience in system development and dementia programming.
Required Education & Experience- Licensed Registered Nurse with a current license in good standing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Three years' experience in long-term care.
- Three years previous management experience
