What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Brookstone Assisted Living?
Brookstone Assisted Living is looking for a Director of Nursing.
Join a family-oriented team dedicated to the mission of providing quality care to seniors! At Brookstone Assisted Living in Fayetteville, AR we believe that working with the senior population is not just a job, but a fulfilling opportunity. As a highly valued member of our team, you'll play a key role in providing heartfelt and meaningful care to our seniors. We strive to create an atmosphere of dignity, respect, and fun. Join us as we embrace our goal of providing excellent care to our seniors!
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Valid LPN or RN registration.
- 2 to 5 years nursing supervisory experience.
- Understanding of local, state, and national laws and regulations.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a team.
What You'll Do:
- Oversee care of residents in community.
- Lead nurses and caregivers in delivering excellent care and offer quality support.
- Work with HR to hire and develop nursing and care staff.
- Assist in the disciplinary action of staff as needed.
- Manage nursing and caregiving schedules to ensure 24/7 coverage for resident care.
- Ensure all nurses and caregivers are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain current task list for caregivers and update ADL changes as they occur.
- Provide assessments for potential residents.
- Order and maintain nursing supplies.
- Track and record incident reports and assure incident investigations are completed.
- General record keeping and filing.
- Provide direct care and administer medication as needed.
- Maintain monthly budget.
- Be available to the community as needed.
General Working Conditions:
The Director of Nursing reports directly to the Executive Director. Typically, the Director of Nursing is on-site for 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday. It is expected that the Director of Nursing will be added to the rotating Manager on Duty schedule and will be available to work weekends in accordance with that schedule. The Director of Nursing is expected to be available as the community needs.
