What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing - Skilled Nursing position at Leading Skilled Nursing Provider?
Confidential Location - East Houston (Baytown, Pasadena, & League City areas etc)
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Director of Nursing DON- for a Skilled Nursing facility. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in long-term care environments, demonstrating strong leadership, clinical and survey expertise, and a commitment to resident-centered care. As the Director of Nursing, you will oversee all nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a compassionate, high-quality care environment. Your role is vital in maintaining excellence in patient care, managing nursing staff, and ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
Duties
- Lead and supervise nursing teams across all shifts, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations to promote professional growth.
- Develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual resident needs while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Oversee clinical documentation review, ensuring accuracy and completeness in medical records and adherence to HIPAA standards.
- Manage staffing schedules and shift assignments to optimize patient care delivery while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Ensure proper utilization of EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems for documentation, billing, and reporting purposes.
- Maintain knowledge of long-term care regulations, Medicare requirements, and accreditation standards to ensure facility compliance.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and administrative staff to enhance resident outcomes.
- Monitor quality assurance initiatives related to resident safety, infection control, and regulatory audits.
- Promote a culture of resident rights awareness and uphold dignity in all aspects of care delivery.
Qualifications
- Proven (minimum 2 years) nursing leadership experience within skilled nursing facilities with a focus on management and supervision.
- Extensive knowledge of nursing home operations, Medicare regulations, and long-term care compliance standards. (Minimum of 2 years)
- Demonstrated expertise in managing care facility teams including nurse management, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), certified nursing assistants (CNAs), and administrative staff in a very high pace, high census volume community.
- Experience with EMR/EHR systems for documentation review, medical records management, and regulatory reporting.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently across shifts.
Join us in leading a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional nursing care that enhances residents' quality of life through compassionate leadership and clinical excellence!
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- director of nursing (skilled nursing) : 2 years (Required)
- state and federal survey: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000