What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing DON position at Rockledge Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Rockledge Health & Rehabilitation Center -
DON (Director of Nursing)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Rockledge Health and Rehabilitation Center is looking for an outstanding Director of Nursing!
We offer excellent wages, competitive benefits, and much more . We feature a monthly fun activities calendar for our staff, along with employee appreciation days!
ABOUT ROCKLEDGE - we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!
Director of Nursing Primary Responsibilities Include :
- Participates in the development and / or the implementation of philosophy, objectives, policies and standards of Nursing practice in accordance with the goals of the organization
- Maintains adequate Nursing coverage to provide safe Nursing care for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assure that all customers are treated fairly, with compassion, dignity and respect
- Works with the Administrator to develop, allocate and control the budget for the Department of Nursing Services
- Collects and analyzes clinical data from internal and external sources for Quality Assurance measures. Presents findings and plans for continuously improvement monthly to the Quality Assurance / Risk Management Committee
- Completes daily rounds on the units to observe customers and to determine if Nursing needs are being met
- Provides direction to Nursing staff through written policies, procedures, Nursing administration meetings, routine staff meetings, and written memos
Director of Nursing Education and Experience Requirements :
