What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing- TCU, West St. Paul position at Westwood Ridge II?
Westwood Ridge in West St. Paul offers senior living with services to 127 customers, a 37-bed transitional care and rehabilitation center, 24 memory care apartments and 10 care suites.
Westwood Ridge is recruiting for a Director of Nursing in their Transitional Care Unit/Skilled Nursing area. The Director of Nursing is responsible for successfully serving as the lead clinical professional for the community.
Responsibilities:
- Lead clinical staff in providing quality care to all residents.
- Assist in staff education and transitional management promoting a consistent focus on customer service and quality improvement.
- Assess clinical competencies of staff and work to develop skill sets.
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively with residents, families, community providers, administration, and interdisciplinary team members to promote a system of individualized care.
- Develop clinical programs that meet or exceed the needs of the residents served.
- Establish and maintain data and information designed to show outcome and improvement measures related to care protocols.
- Assist in the development of innovative and integrated clinical services within the community.
- Perform all tasks and duties in a professional, good faith manner with the focus on high quality and Walker Methodist’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Schedule:
Full-time days, Monday through Friday
Preferred Experience:
Experience in managing multiple clinical staff and complex medical conditions in acute, sub-acute, transitional or rehabilitation setting preferred.
Education:
- Four-year college degree preferred. Advanced degree valued
- Current unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse with the State of Minnesota
- Proven ongoing participation in continuing professional development, education, and training
- Current BLS Certification
Required Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a nursing leadership position.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer