What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Helia Healthcare of West Frankfort?
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The overall purpose of the Director of Nursing position will recognize and respond to the nursing and health care of residents. This person will effectively manage the nursing department regarding residents, employees, families’ visitors, and the public. The Director of Nursing will make prompt and accurate nursing assessment of care and management judgments. This individual will perform the essential functions of the job in a manner which benefits residents of the facility and complies with business necessity without causing undue hardship.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must be dependable, self-sufficient, and can easily multi-task.
- Ability to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
- Ensure the quality of care is delivered consistently to the resident population; and performs related work as required.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
- Valid applicable State licensure as an RN.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a long-term care environment required.
- One to three (1-3) years of management or supervisory experience in long-term care, acute care, restorative or geriatric nursing.
As a regional network of skilled nursing communities, Helia has current open positions in most areas of nursing, skilled therapy, administration, management, dietary, housekeeping, laundry, and other operations. Most of our locations have both full- and part-time opportunities available on a variety of schedules. We will work hard to accommodate your desired work schedule. We provide competitive wages and medical/dental/vision benefits, along with an attractive array of 401k and other benefits.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a successful background check and drug screen.
Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.