Director of Nursing (DON)
The Ponce Care Center is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Team as the Director of Nursing (DON)!
ABOUT THE PONCE - Located in St. Augustine, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!
While working here, you will enjoy:
· Benefits: Depending upon your job classification you may be eligible for participation in our comprehensive benefits program.
· Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Your well-being is important, and we value it.
· Paid time off. Because as much as you love your job, we want you to also love having time to be you.
· A 401K retirement plan. You're our company's future; let us help you take care of yours.
· Continuing education credits. Life, learning, and education are our top priorities
Summary of the Director of Nursing (DON):
To manage the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with Company policies, standards of nursing practices and governmental regulations so as to maintain excellent care of all residents’ needs.
Director of Nursing (DON) Responsibilities:
Organize, develop, and direct the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, and facility guidelines.
Direct, oversee, and evaluate all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPNs, others).
Guide staffing procedures within the facility.
Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department.
Develop and enforce policies related to legal compliance and high quality of care.
Oversee budgets and monitor expenditures.
Director of Nursing (DON) Requirements/Qualifications:
Must have a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia and current/active CPR certification.
Previous experience in a supervisory role in a nursing care facility preferred, however, consideration will be given to strong candidates without such experience.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Demonstrated intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook, Internet, and Intranet navigation.
Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.