Director of Nursing

Lexington Country Place is seeking a Director of Nursing to join the team!

The Director of Nursing reports directly to the Executive Director.

PURPOSE

Director of Nursing

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the direction and development of the nursing department. Makes hiring recommendations from candidates for vacancies in these positions. Evaluates job performance and makes retention and termination recommendations based on those evaluations. Issues corrective discipline as required.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Director of Nursing

Ensure that appropriate and adequate staffing is in place for the skilled units.

• Evaluates Nurse Managers/Supervisors performance and makes decisions regarding retention, wage adjustment and promotion.
• Receives, investigates, and resolves employee questions, suggestions or complaints in accordance with facility open door policy and the employee grievance procedure.
• Oversee the clinical processes/systems in the facility to ensure that practice is maintained as per Senior Lifestyle standards, policies & procedures and within state and federal regulatory guidelines. Manage the survey process when present in the facility.
• Coordinate with the Admissions Coordinator to review all potential admissions identifying potential care, behavioral, family issues and the facility's staff ability to care for.
• Monitor current health records, follow-up on incidents and issues with skilled residents and/or families, and schedule meetings as needed.
• Follow-up as indicated with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication delivery error, and any other issues requiring attention.
• Ensure, review, and follow-up with quality assurance parameters including chart audits, log audits, and the scheduling of in-services as indicated.
• Develop and maintain a working relationship with professional providers of care to skilled residents both within and outside the facility.
• Maintain a professional and informative relationship with both the NHA and ED of the community, keeping them abreast of nursing issues as they develop and any potential impact on the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compliance/Safety

• Ensures compliance with state regulations
• Submit all state reportable incidents to the Risk Management and Operations team
• Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations (i.e. OSHA nurse practice acts, etc.) and Phoenix standards as it pertains to clinical care
• Understands and practices the proper method of attending to and disposing of and the possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately
• Oversees community risk management program
• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and Reporting Phoenix clinical indicators monthly and if necessary, participate in the development and implementation of a community improvement plan
• Partner with the Executive Director and other community associates to analyze and maintain all resident and associate safety
• Partners with pharmacy consultant to provide optimal pharmaceutical services to residents
• Responsible for infection control programming
• Responsible for the safe and efficient distribution / administration of injections, nebulizers, medications and moderate wounds care per state / provincial regulations
• Acts as Lead in an emergency (e.g. elopement, fire, disaster, etc.) according to the chain of authority identified in the community disaster plan

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

Director of Nursing

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state necessary for the community

Knowledge of long-term care state and federal regulations.

Knowledge of the state survey process.

Has strong leadership interests and ability.

Has a desire to act as a resource person, and a desire to assist all nursing staff to develop individual skills and potential.

Must have exceptional customer service skills.

Must facilitate teamwork and be a team player.

Must be in good standing with the facility attendance policy.

Must have a neat and professional appearance.

Must meet all in-service requirements of the position.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Director of Nursing

Understanding of infection control procedures

Demonstrated ability to schedule, orientate and train staff

Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care

Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools

Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines

Has exceptional grammar and documentation skills

Understands basic concepts of risk management

Physically capable of sitting, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs (if applicable), and fine hand coordination.

Ability to distinguish smells, tastes, temperatures.

Ability to hear and respond to all modes of communication.

Ability to perform mathematical functions and evaluate and interpret financial information.

Ability to make independent decisions.

Ability to remain calm under stress.

Ability to read and write in English.