Director of Nursing Services

Director of Nursing Services

Salary Range: $150,000 PER YEAR

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• 401k plan

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing and administering all nursing services. This includes planning, directing, and coordinating nursing and auxiliary staff to ensure high-quality resident care. Key aspects involve interpreting facility policies, ensuring compliance, evaluating services for improvement, and providing essential in-service training programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES (Key Areas):

• Develops and implements nursing philosophy, objectives, policies, and standards.

• Monitors nursing care to ensure kindness, dignity, and respect for all residents.

• Manages and updates nursing department policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.

• Conducts daily rounds, reviews resident progress notes, and ensures care plan implementation.

• Collaborates with the Administrator on budget development and control for nursing services.

• Maintains strong relationships with medical staff, residents, families, and the community.

• Provides direction to nursing staff through policies, meetings, and memos.

• Participates in facility committees (e.g., Patient Care Policy, Infection Control, Quality Improvement).

• Assesses potential residents' care needs relative to facility capabilities.

• Coordinates infection control procedures and ensures staff training.

• Ensures adequate nursing equipment and supplies.

• Notifies physicians and families of significant changes in resident health.

• Determines staffing needs, coordinates schedules, and recruits/hires professional nursing personnel.

• Evaluates staff performance, provides counseling, and addresses disciplinary matters.

• Prioritizes resident safety, adhering to all legal, health, and safety codes.

• Ensures residents and families receive high-quality, compassionate service.

• Remains on call for emergencies 24 hours a day.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

• Minimum of five years full-time clinical experience, with at least two years in nursing supervision in a long-term care setting.

• BSN preferred.

JOB SKILLS:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and make necessary decisions.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for positive interactions with staff, residents, families, and agencies.

• Proficiency in developing and implementing programs and policies to ensure quality care.

• Thorough knowledge of nursing practices, medical procedures, and long-term care regulations (licensing, certification).

• Annual verification of a negative TB skin test required.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• May assume administrative duties in the absence of the Administrator/Assistant Administrator.

• Engages directly with residents, families, visitors, and employees.