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Schofield&Associates, LLC

Director of Nursing

Schofield&Associates, LLC, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197


Director of Nursing (DON) opportunity near Omaha, NE!

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Other Benefits include: Fantastic Team, Wonderful Clinical Leaders, and knowledgeable Home Office Support Team.

SUMMARY:

Ensures the delivery of quality nursing services tailored to meet the needs of each resident.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures coordination of nursing services. This includes implementing plans of care, regularly evaluating care given and care plans, modifying care plans and staff assignments based on professional expertise and judgment regarding resident needs and staffing.

Ensures proper assessment of prospective residents. This includes reviewing pre-admission data; interviewing residents, caregivers, and/or family; screening for medical and psycho-social factors, level of care, conveying information to staff.

Monitors services provided on all shifts. This includes evaluating regulatory compliance through daily rounds; reviewing records; interviewing staff, residents, families and/or interested parties; reviewing 24-hour report to ensure adequate responses to changes in condition, transfers, discharges, and more.

Ensures the completion of in-service training. This includes monitoring programs for staff and new employee orientation.

Performs and assists in the performance of audits, including CQI audits, conducting regulatory compliance rounds, and implementing programs to gather and analyze data for trends.

Chair and/or actively participate in committees including CQI, Behavior Management, Pharmaceutical, Safety, Infection Control.

Regularly communicates with and works with management team to manage department budget and address resident, family, and personnel matters.

Develops and implements staffing plan to meet direct care needs and ensures 24-hour availability as nursing administration/designee.

Participates and ensures adherence to proper safety procedures, including compliance with infection control program and prompt investigation of incidents.

Ensures proper documentation is maintained, including clinical records and auditing of the same.

Performs quality assessment and assurance functions, including regulatory compliance rounds to monitor performance.

Assists in developing and updating nursing policies and procedures to reflect the philosophy of the facility.

Participates with Executive Director in survey processes by instructing staff regarding conduct and disclosure.

Maintains and applies current skills and knowledge through continuing education and in-service programs.

Carries out responsibilities in compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations.

Ability to read and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Must be able to speak, understand and read the English language.

Excellent interpersonal skills with high level of energy and enthusiasm. Ability to organize, document, and implement detailed programs.

This position requires physical capabilities such as standing, sitting, lifting, bending, climbing, and exposure to medical equipment.

SUPERVISORY:

Directly supervises employees of nursing department and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the facility policies.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Completion of a Registered Nurse program; Effective leadership and computer skills. Two or more years experience preferred. Meets state and federal requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Registered nursing license in state required.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person

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