What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Calcasieu Community Care Center?
Are you ready to join an organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and industry expertise? Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet demands, and offer the most effective services available in our industry.
Calcasieu is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON)!
CommCare Corporation invites you to become a part of an innovative team and one of the fastest-growing Retirement Living, Home Health and Hospice Companies that spans across Louisiana and Mississippi with over 2,000 healthcare professionals!
CommCare Corporation’ s mission is to be an innovative leader in the development and delivery of quality health care services, and to be committed to a learning environment that attracts and develops dedicated care givers.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Evaluates, plans and organizes nursing care according to established policies.
- Assists in pre-screening, room assignment and discharge of residents.
- Makes rounds on all residents daily.
- Maintains comfortable and pleasant environment and promotes elimination of hazards.
- Is responsible for the overall Assessment and Interdisciplinary Care Planning process.
- Assists in interpreting the goals and objectives of the facility to nursing service personnel.
- Defines duties and interprets policies of nursing service.
- Performs any other responsibilities as discussed and designated by the Director of Nursing.
Qualifications:
- Previous Long Term Care experience required.
- DON experience preferred.
- The Director of Nursing must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently registered with the State agency for nursing licensure and hold a valid nursing license to practice in the state of Louisiana.
Other Qualifications:
- Has not been excluded from participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs.
- Maintains eligibility to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs throughout employment.
- Participate in pre-employment and annual Tuberculosis screening.
We Offer:
- A competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications
- Attractive Bonus Incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and flexible schedules
We are committed to giving our employees only the very best, providing not only competitive salaries and wages, but a comprehensive benefits package.
“All offers of employment are subject to the completion of a satisfactory background check and reference check and eligibility for the participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs.”
CommCare Corporation is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- long term care: 2 years (Required)
- Supervising experience: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lake Charles, LA 70607: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person