Purpose:

To assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the

day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department and to direct the in-service educational

programs in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing the

facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to ensure that the highest level of

quality care is maintained at all times.

Qualifications:

Must be a Registered Nurse, according to state requirements, in good standing and

meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements;

Must maintain current CPR certification;

Must be at least 18 years of age;

Must show ability to read and write in a legible and understandable manner;

Must speak and understand English;

Previous experience in a hospital, long-term care facility or other healthcare

related facility;

Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and

medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing

long-term care;

Must possess the ability to plan and develop new programs;

Positive attitude toward the elderly;

Must be willing to seek out methods and principles and be willing to incorporate

them into existing training practices.