What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Bella Terrace?
*$10,000 Sign on Bonus*
Bella Terrace, a beautiful 99-bed facility located in Columbus OH, is looking for an experienced Director of Nursing. A Director of Nursing is responsible to make a compelling difference in the lives of our residents through providing excellence and innovation in aging services.
Responsibilities of the Director of Nursing:
- Oversight of the nursing floor, CNAs & LPN and Residents
- Oversees and coordinates the clinical operations of the facility implementing shared governance and relationship-based care in all departments as assigned by the Administrator.
- Oversees the safety and infection control programs for the nursing department.
- Provides guidance and leadership in meeting the CMS standards of quality.Ensures that the care plans, initial assessments, quarterly assessments, annual assessments, and documents of similar nature are filed in a thorough and timely manner.
- Maintain the highest possible quality measures of the facility to ensure that residents' are receiving the highest level of care.
- Provide supervision of CNA's, LPN's, and RN's in a supportive and clear manner.
Qualifications of Director of Nursing:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
- Valid State licensure as an RN
- Familiar with state & federal regulations
- Three (3) years of management or supervisory experience in long-term care
- Experience in supervising nursing staff and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.
- Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with residents, families, and other employees at all levels.
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