What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Barnes-Jewish Extended Care?
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Responsible for the direction and supervision of nursing staff/activities to maintain consistency and efficiency in meeting departmental goals and objectives. Responsible for making administrative decisions utilizing knowledge of long term care policies and nursing standards. Ensures compliance with standards or nursing practice to promote optimal health care delivery. Demonstrates knowledge of the gerontological and non-gerontological patient’s physical, social, emotional, and psychological needs based on the health care needs required.
Job Qualifications
- Education and Training/Experience
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing with current licensure in the State of Missouri.
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing or its equivalent preferred.
- Three to five years of recent nursing experience during which administrative and supervisory competency has been demonstrated.
- One-year management experience preferred.
- Licensing/Registration/Certification:
- Current RN licensee.
- Skills and Abilities
- Communication, organization, and planning skills required.
- Must be able to manage a diversity of activities and function at all times in a stressful environment.