What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Health Dimensions Group?
Job Summary
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Directs services, workflow and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area
- Develops departmental goals and objectives consistent with medical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements of the long-term care health care delivery system.
- Directs forecasting, planning, developing, organizing, implementing, directing and evaluating all clinical services and programs to ensure high quality resident care.
- Plans, organizes and directs all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating and continuing education initiatives.
- Prepares and monitors budget(s) and ensures that assigned nursing area operates within allocated funds.
- Coordinates and directs internal and externally-driven audits. Monitors admissions, discharges and transfers to assure appropriate care and compliance with State and/or Federal regulations.
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Preferred Credential(s):
- BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
- 5 years of experience required.
- 10 years of experience preferred.
- 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
- 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.