Director of Nursing (DON)

Responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines and regulations. In the absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.Principal ResponsibilitiesAssumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which complies with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies.Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation.Participates in all admission decisions and may visit prospective residents before admissions.Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns.QualificationsCurrently licensed as RN in the state of Kansas.Associate or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited nursing school required.Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred.At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.Job Type: Full-timePay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

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