What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Ingleside Communities?
Ingleside Communities is seeking to hire a full-time Director of Nursing (DON) to join our dynamic team!
Job Summary:
The Director of Nursing is responsible for leading, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, analyzing and evaluating the nursing services of the department, as well as supervising members of the nurse management team and others as assigned, in order to provide effective nursing services that meet practice and quality standards. The Director of Nursing assumes the charge responsibilities for the facility in the absence of the Administrator.
Who are we? Ingleside Communities is a non-profit organization, highly respected provider of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We have a reputation for providing quality care to seniors in surrounding communities for many years.
Our core values are based on five pillars: Do the right thing, Foster positive relationships, Be committed, Be innovative, and Coach, guide and lead. We are looking for positive, collaborative team members who show leadership, are respectful, and overflow with integrity, care, and hard work.
We Offer a Competitive Wage and Benefits to Eligible Employees that include:
DON Position Requirements and Qualifications:
We encourage you to apply and become part of our family today!
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Job Summary:
The Director of Nursing is responsible for leading, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, analyzing and evaluating the nursing services of the department, as well as supervising members of the nurse management team and others as assigned, in order to provide effective nursing services that meet practice and quality standards. The Director of Nursing assumes the charge responsibilities for the facility in the absence of the Administrator.
Who are we? Ingleside Communities is a non-profit organization, highly respected provider of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We have a reputation for providing quality care to seniors in surrounding communities for many years.
Our core values are based on five pillars: Do the right thing, Foster positive relationships, Be committed, Be innovative, and Coach, guide and lead. We are looking for positive, collaborative team members who show leadership, are respectful, and overflow with integrity, care, and hard work.
We Offer a Competitive Wage and Benefits to Eligible Employees that include:
- Wage depending on experience
- 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible Scheduling
- Insurance (health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, accident, etc.)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Educational Opportunities to assist with career advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- On Demand Pay with direct deposit
DON Position Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing: postgraduate study and/or experience in geriatrics is desirable
- Must be licensed to practice as an RN in the State of Wisconsin
- Must possess competence in supervision, leadership and communication skills
- Must have the ability to plan, develop and implement nursing policies
- Must be organized; self-motivated and have ability work independently
- Must be able to make decisions in an emergency situation such as fire, tornado, change of resident condition
- Must understand the legal aspects of nursing under the nurse practice act of the State of Wisconsin
- Must be physically able to waist lift up to a maximum of 30# with frequent waist lifting of objects weighing up to 10#. Must be able to push objects with a maximum effort of 25#.
- Must be able to stand or walk 4-6 hours in an 8 hour day. Must be able to occasionally bend, squat and twist body during an 8 hour day.
- Supervise all levels of nursing personnel and direct resident care
- Recruit, interview, hire, evaluate, discipline and terminate nursing personnel
- Assist in orientation and training of all nursing personnel
- Oversee Scheduling of all nursing personnel to ensure appropriate staff coverage to meet State and Federal standards
- Schedules and directs regular meetings for professional nurses and nursing assistants per competences
- Evaluate and enforce proper infection control techniques
- Attend and contribute to Care Plans as needed, attend QAPI meetings
- Represents facility and nursing service at professional organizations
- Evaluates placement of all new residents to the facility
- Takes responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Administrator
- Continually seeks methods to upgrade and improve delivery of care to the residents
- To be subject to call, and carry cellphone, on an as needed basis
- Any and all other duties assigned by Administrator for the purpose of quality resident care.
- Clinical, provides administrative and clinical leadership for nursing staff to promote the delivery of quality care. Maintains knowledge base of current standards of nursing practice. Develops and revises nursing policies and procedures.
- Financial. Develops, revises, monitors and implements the nursing department budget to promote appropriate utilization of resources. Oversees and adjusts the staffing hours based on acuity, census, and established staffing patterns. Approves staff timecards.
- Staff Development. Collaborates with staff development and ensures that a staff development program is in place to meet regulatory clinical, and staff needs.
- Quality Improvement. Fosters a culture of continuous quality improvement. Develops, implements, and evaluates the nursing department quality assurance program. This includes patient, family and staff satisfaction; safety and risk management; and strategic planning.
- Regulatory. Develops and maintains policies and procedures to promote compliance with all state and federal regulations and nursing standards. Stays current with upcoming regulatory changes.
- Liaison. Serves as a nursing liaison with other departments, Medical Director and residents/families.
- Hiring manager will contact you within 1-2 business days of your application submission
- Complete 1-2 interview(s) and meet with immediate supervisor and mentor
- Upon receiving the job offer, review job description, and complete new-hire tasks and onboarding paperwork (via the Paycor app)
- Receive name badge, keys, and tour of the community
- Paid New-Hire Orientation
- Receive continuous training from mentor as you continue to provide exceptional care to our residents
We encourage you to apply and become part of our family today!
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