Interim Director of Nursing (DON)

We are seeking to fill this Interim Director of Nursing role within our organization with an experienced leader and RN. If you would like to be part of a collaborative, supportive and caring team, we look forward to receiving your application! 

Benefits and Perks include:

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision insurance options
• Generous paid time-off program and paid holidays for full time staff
• CEU reimbursement opportunities and paid training programs for advancement
• TeleDoc 24/7/365 access to doctors
• Optional short- and long-term disability plans
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 401K retirement accounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the Nursing Services Department, as well as related programs and activities, in compliance with rules and regulations governing long term care facilities, employers and in accordance with facility policy. This includes:

 • Licensed staff

 • Nursing assistants

 • Physicians’ orders

 • Physician visits

 • Recertification's

 • Medication reviews and administration audits

 • Time schedules

 • In-services/education

 • Infection Control practices

 • Utilization review and Triple check

 • Upkeep of all QA logs maintained in the DON public folder

 • PAE and PASSR log

• Recognize and respond to changes in residents’ conditions and document observations, interventions and outcomes

• Arrange for and oversee the admission, transfer and discharge of residents

• Develop, maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing department

• Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies

• Facilitate the coordination of nursing services and other departments to maintain quality care for patients

• Review, monitor, intervene and document complaints and grievances from residents, families, visitors and employees

• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Administrator regarding the operation of the Nursing Services Department

• Participate in various committees of the facility; such as care plans, infection control, pharmaceutical, budget, quality assessment and assurance, compliance committee, QAPI, etc., and those assigned by the Administrator

• Make routine rounds and authorize or conduct tours with others, such as the Administrator, physicians, other facility staff, government representatives, visitors and others

• Monitor the workplace for possible health and safety hazards and assist in the development and presentation of routine health, safety and back care training programs to prevent worker injuries

• Prepare or assist in the preparation and implementation of the Nursing Services Department budget and submit recommendations

• Audit documentation for errors or inconsistencies and make necessary corrections, or document reasons for corrections not made

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Administrator or Regional Team

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a reference library of written nursing materials that assist the Nursing Services Department in meeting residents’ needs

• Review and determine that personnel have the required licensure and/or certification for meeting state and/or federal requirements

• Inventory, identify and monitor the storage of equipment, supplies, etc.

• Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Ensure that equal opportunity policy and anti-discrimination policies are adhered to in all employment decisions

• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information relating to residents, employees and facility

• Establish and encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and interest in residents’ personal and health care needs

• Successful completion of required training

• Handle multiple priorities effectively

• Independent discretion/decision making

• Make decisions under pressure

• Ability to travel to any of our facilities as Interim Don or another Nurse Manager role.

• Reliable transportation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience:

 • Preferred Three (3) years’ experience in supervision of others in a hospital, long term care facility, or other health care institution

 • Minimum of one (1) year experience implementing total patient care and care planning

 • Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in a management position in a nursing department

• License/Certification/Education:

 • Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Registered Nursing Degree required

 • Registered Nursing License

 • CPR Certification

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

This employer participates in E-Verify.