Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Heritage Ministries and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Heritage Ministries goes above and beyond this to ensure that the Heritage experience is award-winning for each and every one of our residents. We strive to provide Hope, Dignity, and Purposeful Living in all that we do.

Heritage Ministries at The Park is in growth mode and currently seeking a DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) to join our team! The DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating nursing services. Under the supervision of the Administrator, the DON exercises authority, responsibility, and accountability for the functions, activities, and training of the nursing service staff. This individual will participate as a member of the facility management team in planning, policy formulation, and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions, and operation of the facility’s nursing services. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day! Apply now!

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing, directing, and supervising all personnel and all operations of the Nursing Department.
• Will be responsible for the overall management of resident care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• In the absence of the Administrator, assumes responsibility for facility management.
• Initiates the development of departmental policies and procedures which govern nursing services and delivery of resident care. Routinely reviews and updates such policies and procedures in conjunction with Corporate Policy and Procedure Committee and other various committees.
• Ensures a sufficient number of qualified supervisory and supportive nursing personnel are assigned for each tour of duty to meet the resident’s needs and nursing standard of care.
• Responds to, or delegates responsibility of nursing department/facility emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Is knowledgeable and responds appropriately to nursing/facility emergencies according to established policies and procedures.
• Serves as Assigned Supervisor for nursing department administrative personnel. Participates in team hiring interviews, conducts employee performance reviews, disciplinary conferences and exit interviews in a timely fashion.

Benefits:

• 4 weeks of PTO on an accrual basis in your first year of employment
• 7 paid holidays (premium pay if scheduled to work the holiday)
• Paid sick time
• Shift Differential
• 401k with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Paid training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement plans
• Employee pharmacy program
• Special employee recognition and giveaways (you might even win an expense paid vacation like several employees did this year!

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in New York State in good standing required
• B.S.N. Degree preferred.
• Experience in such areas as rehabilitative or geriatric nursing required.
• Possess a knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term health care.

If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you! Apply now!

*A full written job description is available upon request

*Heritage employees must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or submit and receive approval for medical or religious exemption.