Director of Nursing

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing coordinates all resident services for the Assisted Living and Memory Care residents.  Ensures residents satisfaction and achievement of their realistic goals. Motivates residents to function independently. Responsible for hiring, training and scheduling Aides and Nurses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Develop, review, and revise standards, guidelines, forms, and job descriptions.
• Provide and/or promote staff educational programs and monitor attendance and compliance with mandatory training as required.
• Participate in regularly scheduled management meetings.
• Coordinate the completion of the admission, discharge, and evaluation materials and process for all residents. Ensure appropriate documentation including functional assessments.
• Conducts the admission process including recruiting and interviewing prospective residents, completing all admission and evaluation materials ensuring appropriate documentation including functional assessments.
• Recruits, trains, supervises, and disciplines Nurses and CNA’s.
• Motivates residents to function independently.
• Ensures that all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced.
• Ensures compliance with all State Rules and Regulations of Assisted Living.
• Establishes and maintains a close liaison with residents and families.
• Maintains all records and communications as required by state agencies.
• Ensures compliance with all Fire Safety Procedures including the scheduling and execution of mandatory fire drills.
• Responsible for the transfer/discharge process whereby residents are transitioned smoothly to higher levels of care, as required. Counsel with resident representatives as needed.
• Prepares preliminary departmental Operating Budget.
• Conducts ongoing care management meetings. Counsels staff on specific problems encountered by residents. Communicates with appropriate agencies.
• Monitor usage of supplies and equipment and plan for long-range equipment replacement.
• Prepare preliminary departmental Operating Budget.
• Develops and monitors staffing schedule.
• Review, investigate, and resolve customer grievances in cooperation with the Executive Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises staff to provide quality services in a caring environment which strives to preserve the resident's independence and self-respect.

• Coordinates with appropriate department directors and supervisors to schedule all services provided to the residents of the Suites.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience: 

• Registered nurse.

• Knowledge and experience with Long-Term/Assisted living care regulations. 

• Knowledgeable about the Dementia disease process and management experience in a Memory support unit (preferred).

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.