What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Crystal Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Crystal Lake Rehabilitation and Care Center is a 71-bed facility located in Northern Rhode Island Crystal Lake provides high quality of care, specializing in acute Rehabilitation and offer long term care.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a registered nurse in the state of RI
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
Must be knowledgeable in the privacy rule and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one (1) year experience in rehabilitative or Long-Term Care nursing and one (1) year of nursing administration. Nursing administration is defined as: Registered Nurses employed as Director of Nurses; Assistant Director of Nurses; Supervisor in a chronic and convalescent facility; employment in short-term hospital or chronic disease hospital as Director of Nurses, Assistant Director of Nurses, Supervisor, Staff Development Director, Infection Preventionist.
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, college or university. CPR certified. Active unhindered Rhode Island RN license.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Competitive rate and full benefits package.
Physical setting:
Long term care
Nursing home
Rehabilitation center
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
