Job Summary

We are looking for a Director of Nursing for one of our large corporate clients. This person would be responsible for the following: functions, activities, and training of the nursing services staff, in addition to the supervision of the Therapy Department and its' functions within the facility.

In the absence of the Executive Director, this person would assume the responsibility for the facility.

Responsibilities and Duties

Responsibilities:

• Selects, trains and develops an effective, and efficient, staff.
• Establishes and communicates performance standards and objectives by conducting performance appraisals; rewards and disciplines employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems.
• Recommends salary adjustments.
• Ensures the residents receive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, as needed.
• Develops and periodically updates statements of philosophy and objectives that define the type of nursing care the facility proposes to provide. Ensures that these are understood and implemented by nursing personnel.
• Ensures that a sufficient number of qualified supervisory and supportive nursing personnel are assigned for each unit/shift to meet the residents' needs.
• Assumes responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Participates in all screening processes prior to admission.
• Assesses items needed by the facility to meet resident needs.
• Participates in coordination of resident services through departmental and appropriate staff committee meetings.
• Plans staff development programs that will enhance staff knowledge of quality resident care.
• Conducts periodic audits to ensure all documentation is informative and descriptive of nursing care and of the resident's response to that care, as outlined in the MDS and Care Plan.
• Participates in planning and budgeting for nursing services.
• Conducts periodic review to ensure that the nursing requirements of each resident admitted to the facility are reviewed and that the physician is consulted in planning resident care.
• Conducts periodic review to ensure the facility and personnel are in compliance with State Code Requirements.
• Completes/ updates electronic documentation, as required.
• Oversees the weekly Medicare meeting process.
• Reviews all Accidents and Incidents (A/ I) daily and develops an appropriate plan to prevent future accidents and incidents.
• Audits specific resident care issues on a daily basis such as skin, ambulation, etc.
• Approves the staffing schedule according to budgeted levels, and checks daily for the number of staff available for the week.
• Documents approved vacation/ time off for Nursing Department.
• Observes all pressure sores on a weekly basis, evaluating documentation and treatments.
• Follows up on all aspects of new ad missions.
• Approves time sheets for Nursing Department and checks hours to ensure accuracy for processing.
• Ensures medical supply sheets and requisitions are checked and faxed for processing on a timely basis.
• Ensures that standardized procedures are established and consistent throughout the facility.
• Ensures that nursing documentation meets the required standards.
• Adheres to the Resident's Bill of Rights, Confidentiality of Resident Information and Resident Abuse Reporting Law.
• Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a respectful, non-judgmental, supportive and calm manner.
• Provides excellent service. Addresses family satisfaction issues immediately in a professional manner and keeps the Charge Nurse informed. Assists in resolution of the issues.
• Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful and enthusiastic attitude.
• Complies with all company, state and OSHA safety standards. Recognizes, removes and/ or reports potential hazards.
• Communicates and observes the Corporate Compliance Program effectively and complies with Code of Conduct when performing work functions.
• Follows all infection control requirements.
• Attends all mandatory in-service sessions and completes Silver Chair requirements within required timelines. Maintains resident confidentiality.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications:

• College Degree or the equivalent in related work experience
• Must possess a current, valid Texas State Nursing License as a registered professional nurse, in good standing.
• years of experience in nursing service administration
• Additional education or experience in such areas as rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred
• Must possess strong knowledge of state, federal and local regulations as they pertain to long term care.
• Must be available to be on call 24 hours a day
• Must be able to adjust to changes in unit/ shift assignments Must meet health assessment requirements.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and 51 - 100 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend/stoop, squat/ crouch/ kneel, reach and pull/ push

Key Competencies:

• Organizational Productivity - Applies skills, standards of practice, competencies, knowledge, experience, training, and technology to enhance both the quality and quantity of the work performed. Effectively contributes to the overall profitability and success of the company.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making - Analyzes relevant aspects of a situation before reaching a conclusion; does not hesitate to take action when required.
• Explores, develops and implements new methods and processes which increases efficiency and effectiveness to attain achievement of both individual and organizational goals.
• Risk Taking - Confronts issues and, based on a thoughtful and informed assessment of the risks, makes difficult decisions as required to further the attainment of business objectives.
• Leadership — Demonstrates or models behavior that rallies others around a common cause and builds a shared sense of purpose. Coaches and mentors others to develop their business competencies and technical skills. Provides support without removing responsibility.
• Drive for Results - Focuses on and achieves results. Takes actions that have a positive impact on profitability. Takes calculated risks that are likely to provide good business results. Holds self and others accountable for impact on the bottom line.
• Communication - Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with customers or clients; listens well.
• Customer Focus - Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs.

Benefits

Full Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person