Palmer Healthcare Center, located in Palmer, MA is seeking a dynamic Director of Nursing Services who can manage a 61-bed skilled nursing facility that specializes in Alzheimer and Geri-Psych residents. This person will be responsible for the leadership, organization, and development of nursing staff in the care of residents/patients entrusted to our care, using recognized standards of practice and a person-centered approach.

Responsibilities include:

· The coordination of resident care with a “hands on” management style.

· Develops, reviews, and updates nursing policies.

· Conduct employee performance evaluations and disciplinary situations to ensure quality care of residents.

· Ability to lead in the recruitment of qualified staff by conducting interviews.

· Responsible for cost controls by monitoring the use of supplies and equipment.

· Runs various committees including QA, Risk, Medicare, etc.

The successful candidate will have:

· Massachusetts R.N. licensure.

· Knowledge of Long-Term Care regulations.

· Minimum of 2 years long term care experience, with some experience in a small facility desired.

· Must have demonstrated a mastery of good clinical nursing skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Hospice
• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Skilled nursing facility

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

Experience:

• Long Term Care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person