What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Sauk County?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Join our team and make a difference in the lives of
our residents at the Sauk County Health Care Center! As a key member of
the interdisciplinary leadership team, the DON fosters a culture of
clinical excellence, manages nursing budgets, and mentors staff to
improve resident outcomes. The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible
for the overall management, leadership, and quality of the nursing
department at the Sauk County Health Care Center. The primary goal is to
ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care while maintaining
compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Sauk County is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or
disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities to apply for our open positions. In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the
Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations
to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both
prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations
with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability
or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or
access our online application system as a result of your disability. To
request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at
608-355-4887 or scpersonnel@saukcountywi.gov Essential Duties Interview,
train, direct, advise, evaluate, coach and discipline nursing personnel,
and approve payroll. This includes but is not limited to coordinating
ongoing in-service training and competency assessments for clinical
staff. Develop and update nursing policies and procedures to meet state
and federal regulations. Coordinate nursing policies and procedures with
other departments. Oversee the development and implementation of
comprehensive, person-centered care plans for all residents. Monitor
care quality consulting with nursing staff regarding resident\'s
condition and nursing staff concerns to ensure residents\' needs are
met. Develop nursing long-term goals and plans facilitating and leading
nursing performance improvement plan. Develop unit annual budget and
recommend equipment purchases. Manage the nursing department budget,
including medical supplies and labor costs. Review admissions to
determine level or care required, approve new admissions, contact
referring agency for assessment, assist social services in determining
room assignments/transfers, and determine Medicare status. Develop and
implement infection control policies and procedures, prepare infection
control audits, and oversees compliance with infection control program
when Assistant Director of Nursing is not present available. Coordinate
restraint and drug reduction for all residents; review quarterly reviews
and minirisk assessments for developing resident problems. Participate
in State and Federal nursing home surveys, recommend and implement
deficiencies making sure the facility is always prepared for state and
federal surveys in accordance with federal and state regulations; lead
the clinical response during inspections/audits. Must be prepared to
report to the facility in person during emergencies, staffing crises,
infection control procedures, infection outbreaks, or significant
clinical incidents. Must be reachable by phone during evenings,
weekends, and holidays to provide clinical guidance. Act as resident
advocate and represent the nursing staff to the community. Attend,
participate, and/or conduct Facility and County committee meetings
regarding nursing administration and care. Serve as a key liaison
between staff, physicians, state surveyors, residents, and families. And
other duties as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFI ATIONS: 7 years of nursing experience, with at least three years
being in a supervisory role Nursing experience with the geriatric
population \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saukwi
our residents at the Sauk County Health Care Center! As a key member of
the interdisciplinary leadership team, the DON fosters a culture of
clinical excellence, manages nursing budgets, and mentors staff to
improve resident outcomes. The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible
for the overall management, leadership, and quality of the nursing
department at the Sauk County Health Care Center. The primary goal is to
ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care while maintaining
compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Sauk County is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or
disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities to apply for our open positions. In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the
Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations
to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both
prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations
with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability
or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or
access our online application system as a result of your disability. To
request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at
608-355-4887 or scpersonnel@saukcountywi.gov Essential Duties Interview,
train, direct, advise, evaluate, coach and discipline nursing personnel,
and approve payroll. This includes but is not limited to coordinating
ongoing in-service training and competency assessments for clinical
staff. Develop and update nursing policies and procedures to meet state
and federal regulations. Coordinate nursing policies and procedures with
other departments. Oversee the development and implementation of
comprehensive, person-centered care plans for all residents. Monitor
care quality consulting with nursing staff regarding resident\'s
condition and nursing staff concerns to ensure residents\' needs are
met. Develop nursing long-term goals and plans facilitating and leading
nursing performance improvement plan. Develop unit annual budget and
recommend equipment purchases. Manage the nursing department budget,
including medical supplies and labor costs. Review admissions to
determine level or care required, approve new admissions, contact
referring agency for assessment, assist social services in determining
room assignments/transfers, and determine Medicare status. Develop and
implement infection control policies and procedures, prepare infection
control audits, and oversees compliance with infection control program
when Assistant Director of Nursing is not present available. Coordinate
restraint and drug reduction for all residents; review quarterly reviews
and minirisk assessments for developing resident problems. Participate
in State and Federal nursing home surveys, recommend and implement
deficiencies making sure the facility is always prepared for state and
federal surveys in accordance with federal and state regulations; lead
the clinical response during inspections/audits. Must be prepared to
report to the facility in person during emergencies, staffing crises,
infection control procedures, infection outbreaks, or significant
clinical incidents. Must be reachable by phone during evenings,
weekends, and holidays to provide clinical guidance. Act as resident
advocate and represent the nursing staff to the community. Attend,
participate, and/or conduct Facility and County committee meetings
regarding nursing administration and care. Serve as a key liaison
between staff, physicians, state surveyors, residents, and families. And
other duties as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFI ATIONS: 7 years of nursing experience, with at least three years
being in a supervisory role Nursing experience with the geriatric
population \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saukwi