Qualifications:

Must be a registered nurse currently licensed in Wisconsin.
At least three (3) years of experience in nursing supervision.
At least five (5) years of experience in long term care or geriatric nursing.
Experience with Medicare/Medicaid standards is desirable.
Must be currently trained in Basic Life Support.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must have an acceptable criminal background check.

Status:

The Director of Nursing (DON) receives general supervision from the Administrator. The DON provides direct supervision to the entire nursing department including all nurses, nursing assistants, staffing coordinator, the nursing administrative assistant, the Clinical Manager, and the Health Information Management Coordinator/Medical Records. The DON also coordinates the nursing program at Pine Ridge Assisted Living and the nursing emergency response program for Wintergreen Senior Apartments.

Essential Job Functions:

The DON is responsible for the overall organization and administration of the Nursing Department of CCH-Hudson, in order to provide quality nursing care to the residents and to assure compliance with state and federal guidelines. This position is on call once a week and every 4th weekend.

Specific Job Duties:

Oversees provision of 24-hour nursing care meeting all regulatory requirements
Establishes objectives for the department of nursing and for the organizational structure
Develops, implements, and revises nursing department policies and procedures
Interprets administrative policies and procedures to the nursing personnel
Oversees and participates in recruitment, selection, and retention of nursing employees
Promotes professional standards in nursing care: respects the rights of residents and maintains confidentiality; maintains professional attitude and conduct; and assists in maintaining ethical, legal, and professional responsibility among nursing staff
Oversees completion of 90 day and annual job performance evaluations for all nursing personnel
Completes 90 day and annual evaluations for nurse management team, staffing secretary, unit secretary, transport/supply coordinator, and the Health Information Management Coordinator
Develops and updates job descriptions for each category of nursing personnel
Oversees training and ongoing education programs for all nursing employees
Establishes standards of performance for all nursing personnel
Initiates disciplinary action as necessary up to and including termination
Determines staffing levels required to meet nursing needs of all residents
Directs staff appropriately in emergency or crisis situations
Collaborates with other departments in planning/coordinating resident programs
Oversees the screening for all potential residents of Christian Community Home
Assures that comprehensive care plans and MDS requirements are established, implemented, and updated per state / federal regulations
Directs/oversees behavioral care plan meetings
Works with outside agencies to establish programs beneficial to both the agencies and the facility
Interprets resident needs to the Administrator and assists in long range planning and development of the nursing care program
Reviews all resident incident reports for necessary follow up
Coordinates follow-up of all nursing employee incident reports with Human Resources Director
Assumes responsibilities for the fiscal management of the nursing department
Oversees the implementation of an ongoing, effective Infection Control program
Determines the levels of care for residents and monitors for changes
Oversees continuous quality improvement studies of actual or potential concern areas
Oversees and evaluates products to promote resident and staff safety
Assures nursing schedules are posted at least two weeks in advance and meet staffing requirements
Participates as an active member of the Quality Assurance committee and leadership meetings
Facilitates harmonious interpersonal relationships with ancillary departments
Oversees investigation of resident complaints/potential abuse and takes corrective action as appropriate
Follows all facility personnel policies
Assumes responsibilities of the Administrator and the Clinical Manager in his/her absence

Pay scale for this position is $99,750-$115,500 per year, DOE.

Experience
Required
3 year(s): Supervision
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Registered Nurse