What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DNS) position at Independence Health and Rehabilitation?
Director of Nursing (DNS)
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Job Summary:
Independence Health and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a Director of Nursing (DNS) to manage the day-to-day operations, activities and success of the resident care staff. Validates that the Nursing Department continues to develop and maintain high standards for excellence.
Essential Functions:
- Develops and maintains a nursing service philosophy, objectives, standards of practice, policy and process manuals.
- Establishes systems for care planning, including assessments, plan of treatment, objectives and goals, evaluations and discharge planning.
- Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, disciplining, coaching, and conducting performance appraisals
- Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of certification laws and requirements, survey requirements and Medicare program.
- Validates that reporting departments consistently meet state and federal requirements for long-term care facilities for licensure. Validates existence of a quality assurance program for nursing services and coordinates interdisciplinary quality assurance program.
- Directs the functions and activities of the ED in his/her absence.
Education, Licensure, and Experience:
- Required: Current Registered Nursing license in Oregon
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Nursing
- Preferred: Certification in Rehab Nursing, geriatrics, or psychiatric nursing
- Preferred: Minimum two years' experience as a nursing services supervisor in a long-term care.
Benefit Highlights:
- Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- DailyPay - Hard Work Pays Off On the Daily!
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training & Development Opportunities
We strive to embody and stand for both a spirit and value system that encourages loyalty, honesty, and a commitment to caring from our belief that people are always the number one priority.
Independence Health and Rehabilitation Center
1525 Monmouth Avenue , Independence, OR 97351, USA
Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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