Director of Nursing (DON) - RN

Autumn Leaves (J&M Family Management, LLC.)

$80K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
  • Valid State licensure as an RN.
  • 3-5 years of progressive management or supervisory experience in nursing, particularly in long-term care or acute settings.
  • 2-3 years of experience as Director of Nursing preferred.
  • Proficient in Electronic Medical Records, specifically PCC.
  • Located within a 1.5-hour commute of the community.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and implement policies and procedures for the Nursing department.
  • Collaborate with corporate clinical team to develop departmental protocols.
  • Communicate updates of the Nurse Practice Act to nursing staff.
  • Participate in daily Resident Rounds to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Protect confidentiality of patient information at all times.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary efforts for patient care management.
  • Organize and staff the Nursing department effectively.
  • Evaluate nursing interventions to meet patient needs and preferences.
  • Monitor compliance with community and regulatory standards and resource use.
  • Oversee orientation and training of Nursing department associates.
  • Conduct training and in-service presentations for staff.
  • Implement corrective action plans based on quality reviews.
  • Investigate patient and staff incidents thoroughly.
  • Manage patient incidents for legal risk identification and prevention.
  • Educate nursing staff on best infection control practices.
  • Resolve complaints related to Nursing department services.

Benefits

  • Eligible for Bonus Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability
  • Supplemental insurance options available.
Full Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON) - RN

The Job

The DON - RN will support the successful execution of ML Healthcare's mission and Core Values by ensuring quality care through associate engagement, excellent clinical services and customer satisfaction within the community.

Full-Time Benefits
  • Very Competitive Pay
    • Eligible for Bonus Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Company-paid life insurance & LTD/AD&D insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Insurances (Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Policies, Legal Plans, & More!)

Key Responsibilities & Duties
  • Establish and direct the implementation of all written policies and procedures that reflect the goals, objectives and requirements of the Nursing department; ensure that all Nursing associates understand and follow established policies, procedures and systems.
  • Work with corporate clinical team in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Communicate changes in the Nurse Practice Act to nursing personnel & violations of the Nurse Practice Act to the State Board of Nurse Examiners.
  • Ensure that Resident Rounds are completed daily; participate in daily rounds.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information to ensure patient rights are protected.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary patient care management efforts.
  • Ensure effective and adequate organization and staffing of the Nursing department.
  • Ensure that nursing interventions meet the personal, physical and cognitive needs of each patient as well as maximize his/her self care capacities, identify, independence, choice and opportunity for social interaction.
  • Monitor the outcomes of nursing service activity by evaluating the performance of nursing staff, ensure compliance with all community and regulatory agency standards, policies and procedures, coordinating community committees and monitor the effective and efficient use of budgeted resources (associates, supplies, equipment).
  • Ensure that all applicable State and Federal employment laws and guidelines are followed by all Nursing department associates.
  • Ensure that all Nursing department associates are appropriately oriented, onboarded and trained according to company policy and procedure.
  • Develop and deliver training and in-service presentations.
  • Discuss/implement plans of action to correct deficient areas identified on quality reviews.
  • Oversight of all investigations regarding patients and Nursing department associates.
  • Monitor and review patient incidents to identify possible legal issues and to identify patterns that may require preventive intervention.
  • Ensure that nursing staff is educated and utilizes infection control practices that protect staff, patients and families.
  • Ensure the resolution of complaints regarding the Nursing department or the community from patients, families or other responsible parties, medical staff volunteers and outside agencies affiliated with the community.

Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
  • Valid State licensure as an RN.
  • Three to Five (3-5) years of progressive management or supervisory experience in long-term care, acute care, restorative or geriatric nursing.
    • DON Experience of 2-3 year highly regarded
    • Experience with State and Federal Survey
  • Proficient in the use of Electronic Medical Records - PCC
  • Must be within 1.5 hours or less of daily commute to community.

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