Minimum of 5 years in long-term care or equivalent education and experience
Licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the applicable state
Preferred experience in managing staff in long-term care or assisted living
Familiarity with state Survey Rules & Regulations, Medicare, and Medicaid
Responsibilities
Define and maintain nursing practice standards within the facility
Review and implement Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures
Direct and coordinate nursing staff for optimal resident care
Oversee medication and treatment administration per care plans
Maintain accurate and detailed nursing reports and records
Assess resident conditions to modify treatment plans as necessary
Develop and implement a Quality Assurance Program for the Nursing Department
Benefits
Competitive wages and paid time off (PTO)
Career advancement opportunities through a 'Pathway to Promotion' program
Comprehensive health plans including vision and dental
Access to SwiftMD Telemedicine at low or no cost
Special pay rates on holidays
$10,000 company-paid life insurance
Voluntary short-term disability and accident coverage
Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Retirement savings plans and flexible spending accounts
Employee referral bonuses
On-demand wages via ZayZoon
Rewards program based on years of service and Employee of the Year award
Full Job Description
Director of Nursing (LPN)
The primary function of the Director of Nursing (DON) is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Nursing Department in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations. The position is charged with responsibility to ensure that the highest quality of care is delivered consistently to the resident population.
To our staff we provide:
Competitive wages and PTO
Exceptional career advancement opportunities through our 'Pathway to Promotion' program
A full range of health plans - including vision and dental!
SwiftMD Telemedicine, at low or no cost!
Special pay rates on holidays
$10,000 Company paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Coverage, and Critical Illness
Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Retirement savings plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee referral bonuses
On-demand wages via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!
Rewards Program based on Years of Service and PLC Employee of the Year Award
Essential job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:Defines and maintains the standards of nursing practice within the facility
Understands and reviews the facility's Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures
Oversees, directs, and coordinates nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices
Oversees the provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and general nursing services according to the resident's care plan and physician directed orders
Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records
Assesses residents conditions and vitals to determine and/or modify resident treatment plans
Periodically updates written policies and procedures that govern the Nursing Department
Develops, implements and maintains on going Quality Assurance Program for the Nursing Department
Reports any issues or problems that may arise to the Administrator
Complies with state, federal, and all other applicable health care and safety standards
Assists families and other visitors as needed
Attends/completes required in-services and other required meetings
Completes online training as assigned in order to maintain company, state, and federal compliance
Promotes and exemplifies the Priority Life Care mission and values at all times
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of previous long-term care experience; or an equivalent combination of education (Bachelor's Degree) and experience
Must be licensed in the applicable state as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Prior experience managing staff and working in a long-term care and/or assisted living setting preferred
Experience with the applicable state Survey Rules & Regulations, Medicare and Medicaid
Check us out on our website: www.prioritylc.com or text 'Care' to 85000 for a full list of our job openings!
