What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing Assisted Living & Memory Support position at Edgemere?
Job Summary:
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Director of Nursing Services to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The Director of Nursing Services provides leadership to the nursing department through planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating activities of the nursing department including implementation of the department’s philosophy and goals, standards for nursing practice and the management and development of nursing team members. This role is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to customer service through resident focused initiatives that support the mission of the community.
Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time, salaried position with a starting salary of $46.64 per hour. In addition, Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, generous PTO and holiday vacation time, and 401K.
Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and vision to the department by developing and maintaining departmental objectives, standards of nursing practice and nursing policy, and procedure manuals.
• Plan, coordinate and implement new techniques, nursing objectives and standards of nursing care.
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident’s total regime of care and provide direct resident care.
• Oversee and assist in assessment, coordination, planning, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation in case management.
• Organize resident care programs which include the interdisciplinary team, resident care planning team, the restorative care program, and other programs as necessary to provide optimal care.
• Foster an environment which acknowledges and supports each resident and their rights to make choices regarding their surroundings and care.
• Meeting federal and regulatory requirements ensure appropriate staffing levels and forecast team member needs with fluctuation of workload.
• Oversee all employment related activities to include team member safety, hiring, performance management, corrective action, team member engagement and recognition, and team member development and training.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and enforce department policies.
• Generate input into the budget process and maintain monthly expense records.
• Institute cost control activities through an organized system of monitoring the utilization of supplies and equipment, evaluating, and setting standards of supplies and equipment usage.
• Participate and facilitate, as needed, resident, quality, regulatory and safety meetings specific to the department and community.
• Guide and enforce proper infection control practices.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
• On-call duties for staffing and clinical needs. May need to assume the duties of CNA or CMA to ensure consistent quality care is provided.
Requirements:
• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program. Bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred
• Eight to ten years of nursing experienced in a long care facility.
• Three years supervisory/leadership experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities preferably in a long-term care facility.
• Certifications and Registered Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.
• Certification as a Director of Nursing, Nurse Executive, or Administrator preferred.
EEOC Statement:
Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified persons will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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