The Barron Center
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
The Barron Center, Portland, Maine, us, 04122
DIRECTOR OF NURSING $7500 Signing Bonus
The Barron Center is a 219-bed, municipally operated, long-term and skilled care nursing home including a 21 bed memory care unit. The Barron Center is a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. The City of Portland and the Barron Center take pride in our long history of compassionate and individualized care. At the Barron Center, our philosophy of care represents more than a viewpoint; it's a commitment. Every member of our team is dedicated to giving our residents and families care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, integrity, accountability, and respect.
The Director of Nursing Services at the Barron Center is a key position in our Senior Management team. This individual with the help of the Assistant Director of Nursing will assume responsibility for the oversight of clinical practice, regulatory compliance, and above all, commitment to meeting the needs of residents and their families. The Director of Nursing Services will supervise a stable and high functioning staff of Nurse Managers and Supervisors. We will require an energetic and experienced professional with significant long-term care experience who can set and maintain the standards for the future of the Barron center. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to oversee the department budget, regulatory compliance, staffing patterns and personnel issues.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Maintains effective relationships with staff, residents, family members, regulatory agencies and others as needed.
Responsible for the 24/7 delivery of quality nursing services.
Develops and implements resident care policies that reflect current standards of practice.
Participates in the development of the Division's budget.
Communicates regularly with the Medical Director and other medical staff members to discuss resident care or facility issues and assist with problem resolution.
Works collaboratively with all City divisions, employees and union representatives.
Reviews quality data, creates improvement teams, and provides oversight for process improvements.
Serves as the primary resource for regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
Ensures there are sufficient competent nursing staff.
Ensures compliance with union contracts.
Required Experience:
Current Maine licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Bachelor’s (BSN) degree.
At least 3 years' experience in nursing management.
Thorough knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing the operation of a long-term care facility.
A proven track record of success in nursing administration.
Considerable experience in rehabilitative, gerontological and long-term care nursing.
Experience with active Quality Improvement Programs.
Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively and the ability to lead a professional staff through continued change.
Preferred Experience:
Experience working in a collective bargaining environment.
Certified Wound Care Nurse.
Salary & Benefits:Non-union (D63) - Starting Salary: $98,095 - $124,283 annually.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:
Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives.
Thirteen paid holidays.
Sick, vacation, and personal leave.
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances.
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan.
Use of City recreation facilities.
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College.
If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Denise Perkins, Barron Center Recruiter at denisep@portlandmaine.gov or 207-541-6639.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace.
Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Pay: $98,095.00 - $124,283.00 per year.
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics.
Work Location: In person.
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The Barron Center is a 219-bed, municipally operated, long-term and skilled care nursing home including a 21 bed memory care unit. The Barron Center is a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. The City of Portland and the Barron Center take pride in our long history of compassionate and individualized care. At the Barron Center, our philosophy of care represents more than a viewpoint; it's a commitment. Every member of our team is dedicated to giving our residents and families care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, integrity, accountability, and respect.
The Director of Nursing Services at the Barron Center is a key position in our Senior Management team. This individual with the help of the Assistant Director of Nursing will assume responsibility for the oversight of clinical practice, regulatory compliance, and above all, commitment to meeting the needs of residents and their families. The Director of Nursing Services will supervise a stable and high functioning staff of Nurse Managers and Supervisors. We will require an energetic and experienced professional with significant long-term care experience who can set and maintain the standards for the future of the Barron center. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to oversee the department budget, regulatory compliance, staffing patterns and personnel issues.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Maintains effective relationships with staff, residents, family members, regulatory agencies and others as needed.
Responsible for the 24/7 delivery of quality nursing services.
Develops and implements resident care policies that reflect current standards of practice.
Participates in the development of the Division's budget.
Communicates regularly with the Medical Director and other medical staff members to discuss resident care or facility issues and assist with problem resolution.
Works collaboratively with all City divisions, employees and union representatives.
Reviews quality data, creates improvement teams, and provides oversight for process improvements.
Serves as the primary resource for regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
Ensures there are sufficient competent nursing staff.
Ensures compliance with union contracts.
Required Experience:
Current Maine licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Bachelor’s (BSN) degree.
At least 3 years' experience in nursing management.
Thorough knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing the operation of a long-term care facility.
A proven track record of success in nursing administration.
Considerable experience in rehabilitative, gerontological and long-term care nursing.
Experience with active Quality Improvement Programs.
Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively and the ability to lead a professional staff through continued change.
Preferred Experience:
Experience working in a collective bargaining environment.
Certified Wound Care Nurse.
Salary & Benefits:Non-union (D63) - Starting Salary: $98,095 - $124,283 annually.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:
Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives.
Thirteen paid holidays.
Sick, vacation, and personal leave.
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances.
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan.
Use of City recreation facilities.
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College.
If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Denise Perkins, Barron Center Recruiter at denisep@portlandmaine.gov or 207-541-6639.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace.
Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Pay: $98,095.00 - $124,283.00 per year.
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics.
Work Location: In person.
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