What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Twinbrook Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center?
Director of Nursing (DON)
Twinbrook Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is a leading skilled nursing facility in Erie, PA dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and staff.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team. The Director of Nursing (DON) will oversee the nursing department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to our residents. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background, leadership skills, and a passion for providing compassionate care.
Director of Nursing (DON) Responsibilities Include:
- Direct, oversee, and evaluate all nursing personnel (RNs, LPNs, CNAs etc.)
- Guide staffing procedures
- Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department
- Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures
- Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards
- Control budgets and monitor expenditures
- Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed
- Manage record-keeping procedures
- Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations
- Report to upper management
Director of Nursing (DON) Skills:
- Proven experience as Director of Nursing (DON)
- In-depth knowledge of hospital procedures and KPI/KQIs of patient care
- Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting
- Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
- Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration
- Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel
- Great communication and people skills
- Outstanding organizational and stress management skills
- Aptitude in problem-solving
- Degree in nursing; Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus
- Valid nursing and CPR certification
Experience:
- SNF Management: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Erie, PA 16511: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
- In Person
Twinbrook Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
