Director of Nursing (LPN)

Priority Life Care

$85K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; 5+ years in long-term care experience preferred.
  • Licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the applicable state.
  • Management experience in healthcare settings is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with state Survey Rules, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations essential.

Responsibilities

  • Define and uphold nursing practice standards within the facility.
  • Review and ensure compliance with healthcare clinical policies.
  • Direct nursing staff to deliver quality resident care as per established standards.
  • Oversee medication administration and treatment plans based on care plans.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate care records and reports for residents.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program for nursing.
  • Report operational issues to the Administrator and assist families as needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages and paid time off.
  • Advancement opportunities through a structured 'Pathway to Promotion' program.
  • Comprehensive health plans, including vision and dental insurance.
  • Low-cost telemedicine services through SwiftMD.
  • Special pay rates for holiday shifts.
  • $10,000 company-paid life insurance policy.
  • Options for voluntary short-term disability and critical illness coverage.
  • Retirement savings plans and flexible spending accounts available.
  • Employee referral bonuses and a rewards program for service anniversaries.
  • Access to on-demand wages via ZayZoon to bypass traditional payday schedules.
Full Job Description
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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
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent; minimum of 5 years of previous long-term care experience; or an equivalent combination of education 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!

$85000 / year

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