Director of Nursing

Annual Salary: $100,000- $115,000

Shift: Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with all state, federal, and local guidelines/regulations to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the nursing practice of the licensed professionals and paraprofessionals within the nursing department
• Coordinates nursing services with other resident care services such as Physician services, P.T., O.T., Speech Therapy, Activities, Dietary, Social Services, and Pharmacy Services
• Serves only this facility
• Competently assumes responsibility of the Administrator in his/her absence
• Works closely with and supervises all activities of the Assistant Director of Nursing and the Director of Education and Quality
• Responsible for the coordination of physician services. Oversees the coordination of all physicians and their associates that provide services for the facility. Establishes standards of supervision for designated employees
• Keeps abreast of economic conditions/situations and makes recommendations, for administrative adjustments in nursing services that ensure the continued ability to provide quality care
• Makes recommendations to the Administrator for the purchase of medical supplies and equipment to sufficiently maintain and/or treat resident conditions in the facility
• Prior to the admission of residents, participates with other designated personnel in determining the eligibility of applicants and the appropriateness of placement
• Focuses on the full scope of the residents needs and how they can be best met
• Aware of and functions according to the guidelines and standards set for Medicare Part A providers. Maintains current records and ensures necessary documentation as required for continued payment by Medicare Part A
• Ensures that MDS groupers are completed in a timely and accurate manner as outlined in policies/procedures. Prepares room rate information as per The McGuire Group policies
• Maintains and adheres to a master staffing plan
• Accepts responsibility for the execution of resident care policies as directed by the Medical Director
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
• New York State Registered Professional Nurse licensure
• 5-10 years experience in long-term care facility preferred
• Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions.
• Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other healthcare personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents, and their family members
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and oral instructions
• Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness
• Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Support
• Weekly or Same Day Pay Options
• Supportive Work Environment

Apply today and become a key part of our team in maintaining a comfortable, safe environment for residents and staff alike!