What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (Skilled Nursing Facility) position at Cypress Skilled Nursing?
Carrollton Nursing and Rehab is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) for a great opportunity. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of Director of Nursing (DON) experience in long term care, and be a strong leader and customer-service focused.
Requirements Of The Director Of Nursing (DON)
Requirements Of The Director Of Nursing (DON)
- Registered Nurse license
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school
- At least 3- 5 years of DON experience in a Skilled Long Term care facility is required
- Supervisory experience in Skilled Nursing Facility is required.
- Knowledge of basic nursing skills
- Knowledge of the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered
- Provide care and services in a safe and efficient manner
- Ensure quality performance and conformance with regulation and laws
- Participate in state/federal nursing home survey process
- Write resultant plan of corrections and ensure they are carried out
- Participate in the QA/CQI process
- Performs/assigns completion of preadmission assessments on a timely basis
- Provides care as defined within the scope of the states nurse practice act
- Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care
- Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff
- Plans and implements in-service and training programs
- Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws
- Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing
- Shares information with appropriate organization personnel
