What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center?
Saugus Rehab and Nursing is seeking a to join our team. If you have a love for supporting the elderly and possess strong leadership qualities, we want to hear from you!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Director of Nursing will direct the overall operation of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
- The Director of Nursing will develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing department. Make written/oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
- Assign an appropriate number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses for each tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained. Assign an appropriate number of certified nursing assistants for each tour of duty to ensure that routing nursing care is provided to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident. The Director of Nursing will develop work assignments and schedule duty hours, and/or assist nursing supervisory staff in completing and performing such tasks. Delegate to nursing personnel the authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform their assigned duties. Make daily rounds of the nursing department to ensure that all nursing personnel are performing their work assignments.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
- Must have, as a minimum, 2 years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility, or other related health care facility.
- Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state license.
- Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to skilled nursing facilities.