Director of Nursing | Water's Edge

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Nursing Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor the nursing team to provide exceptional, person-centered care in a safe and supportive environment.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all nursing practices and facility operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as CMS standards.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with medical staff, service managers, and other departments to ensure seamless coordination and continuity of care.
• Staff Management and Engagement: Oversee staffing, performance, and engagement, ensuring that the nursing team is motivated, accountable, and aligned with facility goals. Lead efforts for ongoing staff engagement and development.
• RN Assessment: In the absence of nurse supervisors, cover admissions and perform comprehensive RN assessments to ensure the timely and appropriate care of new residents.
• Policy Development and Review: Develop, update, and revise nursing policies and procedures in line with best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency across the department.
• Quality Improvement: Lead quality improvement projects, tracking outcomes, analyzing data, and implementing solutions to enhance care and reduce risks. Run survey preparation training for staff to ensure compliance and readiness.
• Clinical Support: Provide direct clinical assistance on the floor as needed, especially during critical times or when clinical expertise is required.
• IDT Reviews: Oversee and facilitate Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) reviews for clinical events, ensuring comprehensive care planning and documentation.
• Accountability to HR Policies: Hold nursing staff accountable to facility HR policies, ensuring that all procedures are followed and any issues are addressed promptly.
• Safety Event Management: Complete all manager reviews in Safe-T-Net with the appropriate information and in a timely manner to ensure effective staff performance tracking and development.
• Infection Prevention Collaboration: Collaborate with the infection prevention team to ensure protocols are followed, and any potential issues are addressed swiftly to maintain resident safety.
• Budget and Resource Management: Work closely with senior leadership to manage the nursing department’s budget, control costs, and ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Support and respect residents' cultural practices, ensuring they do not interfere with medical treatment while promoting an inclusive care environment.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with administration, medical staff, residents’ families, and external parties to ensure collaborative care and alignment with facility goals.

Education/Experience:

Preferred

• 3-5 years of experience in Skilled Nursing
• 1-2 years of previous management experience

Required

• Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Current BLS certification, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire