Director of Nursing (DON)

AdviniaCare is looking for an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility. AdviniaCare is committed to providing high quality services so that each and every Resident receives the care and attention that they need. We also recognize that our services would not be possible without our valued Director of Nursing (DON). To help you foster a long and successful career with us, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and ample professional development opportunities to support your continued growth as a Director of Nursing (DON).

Benefits

• Flexible Schedules
• Great Work Life Balance
• Competitive Rates
• Medical
• Health & Wellness
• Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• EAP and College Tuition
• 401K Retirement Savings
• Earned Time off (Sick, Vacation, Personal)
• Paid Holidays
  
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities. Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
• Develops methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care. Maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the nursing department. Participate in facility surveys made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
• Review nurses’ notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident’s response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident’s wishes. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Provide direct nursing care as necessary.
  
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• B.S. degree preferred
• Current R.N. registration, within state
• 4 years’ experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) preferred with a minimum of 2 years long term care experience
• A minimum of 2 years previous leadership experience, preferably in long-term care
  
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
  
  
  

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