What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Clinical Services/Director of Nursing (DON)-LPN position at Opportunities In Senior Care?
The primary purpose of this position is to plan,
organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards,
guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by
the Executive Director and the Medical Director, to ensure that the highest
degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Education
Must
possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or
university.
Experience
Must
have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a
hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
Must
have, as a minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative
nursing practices.
Specific
Requirements
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice
as a LPN in this state.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide
care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English
language.
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example
of team work and team concept.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when
circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel,
residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the
general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and
procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to
nursing care facilities.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness
to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement,
and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc.,
that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm,
as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be
willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s
condition.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other
individuals in the workplace.
The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Executive Director and the Medical Director, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Education
Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience
Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
Must have, as a minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
Specific Requirements
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a LPN in this state.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
