What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) (RN) position at The Lane House?
Job Overview
Lane House is seeking a highly qualified and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) (RN) to lead our nursing team within a long-term care environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in nursing administration, with a strong background in assisted living, nursing home, and home health settings. This leadership role requires a proactive approach to regulatory compliance, resident care, and team management, ensuring the delivery of exceptional healthcare services while maintaining operational excellence. The DON will serve as a vital link between clinical staff, residents, families, and regulatory agencies, fostering a culture of compassionate care and continuous improvement.
Duties
- Oversee daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations including long-term care standards and Medicare requirements.
- Lead and supervise nursing staff, including nurse managers and direct caregivers, promoting professional development and maintaining high-performance standards.
- Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to residents’ individual needs, incorporating best practices in memory care, hospice care, and acute care.
- Ensure proper documentation review and maintenance of medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems to guarantee accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Monitor resident’s rights adherence, ensuring dignity, privacy, and personalized care are prioritized at all times.
- Manage staffing schedules across shifts to optimize patient care delivery while controlling labor costs.
- Conduct regular audits of medical records, documentation review, and compliance with HIPAA regulations to safeguard resident information.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans that address physiology and anatomy knowledge for comprehensive resident support.
- Stay current with long-term care regulations, Medicare policies, and industry best practices to ensure facility accreditation and quality standards are met or exceeded.
Experience
- Proven leadership experience in nursing management within assisted living facilities or nursing homes is essential.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing care teams in home health agencies or hospice environments is highly desirable.
- Extensive knowledge of long-term care regulations, Medicare policies, and compliance standards is required.
- Prior experience with EMR/EHR systems for documentation management is necessary; familiarity with medical terminology is essential.
- Supervising experience in nursing administration with a focus on patient care quality improvement initiatives.
- Strong background in managing memory care units or specialized long-term care units is preferred.
- Excellent understanding of HIPAA regulations alongside skills in managing medical records and documentation review processes.
- Ability to lead through change management initiatives while fostering a positive team environment that emphasizes leadership development and staff engagement.
Join us as we elevate the standard of resident-centered healthcare through dedicated leadership and innovative clinical practices!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person