Director Nursing - Benedictine Nursing Center - Mount Angel

DescriptionTHE ROLEThe Director of Nursing coordinates the functions of the nursing department within the nursing center, including, but not limited to planning, staffing, evaluating, and budgeting for the nursing department. Promotes a team approach and an environment of learning and professional growth within the nursing department. Cultivates innovation and supports person-centered approaches to providing services. Is responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality care in a manner which supports the team concept, caring and respect reflecting the mission and philosophy of PBNC and the Providence Health and Services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOversees the quality of nursing care. Plans and organizes systems of care. Evaluates policies, procedures, staffing patterns and staff development, monitors quality through ongoing quality assurances program.Manages RN/LPN and RCMS staff which includes hiring, coaching, training, evaluating, disciplinary action and discharge as necessary.Keeps current of resident condition, including significant changes which could warrant nursing or medical intervention.Ensures licensed nursing staff have valid, current licenses in Oregon, and practice within the limits of nursing practice rules.Along with ADNS, works collaboratively with the RCMs, RNs and the interdisciplinary staff to ensure quality care.Interprets and maintains standards of nursing care, both statutory and current professional practice.Prepares and monitors nursing department budget.Coaches staff to develop knowledge of professional accountability, authority and responsibility. Acts as preceptor for new RCMs and Nursing Supervisors.Maintains current knowledge of regulatory requirements. Manages the maintenance of the regulatory required documentation.Actively participate in interdisciplinary and leadership team meetings.Reviews unusual occurrence reports and nursing department employee incidents and ensures appropriate investigation and follow up.Provides oversight for employee health issues such as vaccinations and TB skin testing.Assists with the admission process in determining appropriate patient/resident placement when appropriate.Acts as a resource for family members, clarifying and interpreting center policies and sharing information pertinent to the treatment of their family member in a supportive professional manner.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree in Nursing, within 8 months of hireMaster's Degree in related field (preferred)Upon hire: Oregon Registered Nurse License (Vendor Managed)1 year of management responsibilityExperience in long term careAbility to provide leadership and guidance in promoting the highest level of quality of gerontological nursing through evidence based practiceKnowledge of and ability to apply pertinent regulations, health care trends, and administrative policies and proceduresDemonstrated ability to effectively mentoring, train and develop staff members for new clinical and leadership responsibilitiesAbility to recognize urgent situations and respond appropriatelyAbility to provide a variety of complex services using good organizing, prioritizing, and time management techniquesBasic knowledge of Human Resources practices and processes needed to manage staffDemonstrated ability to think independently, exercise sound judgment, and make appropriate decisionsDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and the publicDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with management, staff, and the public including formal presentationsProficient using computer with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic health records.About ProvidenceAt Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.Requsition ID:

317989Company:

Providence JobsJob Category:

Nursing-Patient FacingJob Function:

NursingJob Schedule:

Full timeJob Shift:

DayCareer Track:

LeadershipDepartment:

5009 NURSING ADMINISTRATION OR REGIONAddress:

OR Mount Angel 540 S Main StWork Location:

Benedictine Nursing Ctr-Mount AngelWorkplace Type:

On-sitePay Range:

$69.19 - $111.38The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.PandoLogic. Keywords: Nursing Director, Location: Mount Angel, OR - 97362 , PL: 595148182