Director of Nursing

Evangeline Oaks Guest House is currently seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to assume the role of Director of Nursing Services.

Long term care experience and current RN License is required.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the nursing services department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and as directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

We, at Evangeline Oaks Guest House, are guided by our commitment to resident care. We strive to meet the physical, emotional, social and cultural needs of each of our residents and their families; attain a work environment where each employee is valued and respected; endeavor to provide health care services to enhance optimal nursing care. This is a commitment by our staff and physicians to provide resident care with the goal of having each resident achieve their highest possible level of independence.

We are looking for an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to organize and oversee all nursing operations of the facility. The DON will create a collaborative and efficient workplace with attention to quality standards and policies. The successful candidate should be a hard-working and compassionate registered nurse who has steadily developed their managerial and administrative skills.

Long term care experience and current RN License is required.

Requirements

· Registered Nurse licensed and currently in good standing with State Board of Nurse Examiners.

· Prefer a minimum of three (3) years of experience in Nursing Services Administration.

Skills

· Great communication and people skills.

· Demonstrates the ability to lead the Nursing Department in a cost effective, professional manner as well as with all disciplines in the facility.

· Has the ability to organize, plan and supervise the Nursing Department in coordination with other resident services.

· In-depth knowledge of procedures and patient care.

· Is capable of implementing changes as mandated by Federal and State guidance.

· Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgement and high profession standards and best practices.

· Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees.

· Must demonstrate ability to evaluate nursing staff needs and implement systems to assure staff education is provided to provide quality care.

· Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility.

Responsibilities

· Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel (RN, LPN/LVN, etc.)

· Guide staffing procedures.

· Recruit and retain the numbers and levels of nursing personnel necessary to meet and exceed the care needs of the facility.

· Scheduling of daily rounds.

· Developing staff training programs for nursing services personnel.

· Assist in organizing and coordinating admissions, nursing and patient care procedures.

· Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards.

· Control budgets and monitor expenditures.

· Resolve issues, grievances and deficiencies when needed.

· Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations.

· Evaluate, plan and organize nursing care according to established policies and professional standards.

· Assists in pre-screening, room assignments and discharge of residents.

· Supervise all nursing activities and promotes improvement in nursing care.

· Coordinates nursing service with other departments.

· Sees that supplies are available in proper quantities, that equipment is available in good condition, and that personnel using such supplies and equipment know where such are to be found and know the proper care and use.

· Receives reports from Charge Nurses and works closely with them to insure quality resident care and positive outcomes.

· Responsible for assuring accurate recording of medications and narcotics according to procedures.

· Participates in nursing care as needed and is responsible for the direct handling of any emergency situation which may arise.

· Sees that all nursing personnel on the shift are oriented to the duties assigned to them

· Assigns personnel according to various skills in relation to resident needs

· Assists with interviewing, evaluating and selecting new personnel.

· Defines duties and interprets policies of nursing service.

· Conducts orientation and educational programs for nursing personnel.

· Delegates responsibility and authority as needed.

· Is a contributing member of the facility QA&A and QAPI committee

· Must be willing to be in the facility working with the staff of each shift at varying times.

· Must be willing to be in and/or available to the facility weekends as well as weekdays.

· Performs any other responsibilities as discussed and designated by the Administrator.

Working Conditions

· Pay: From $90,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Type:

· Full-time

Benefits:

· Health insurance

· Paid time off

Schedule:

· 8 hour shift

· Day shift

· Monday to Friday

· On call

Work Location:

· In person

Medical specialties:

· Geriatrics

Physical setting:

· Long term care

· Nursing home

· SNF/Rehabilitation

Ability to commute/relocate:

· Carencro, LA 70520: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carencro, LA 70520: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person