Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing (DON)

Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Clinical/Nursing Services Department to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Job Description

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care industry
• Develops, maintains, and periodically updates written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department
• Evaluates department processes making recommendations and implementing compliance and quality improvement policies, programs, and procedures
• Outstanding communication (oral and written) skills
• Leads by example, working alongside staff members and treating them kindly and professionally at all times and in all circumstances
• Ensures all clinical/nursing personnel comply with established standards
• Maintains and improves as needed the quality of patient care and standards of care
• Interviews, hires, trains, and manages employees
• Plans, assigns, and directs work, conducts reviews, delivering discipline and/or rewards
• Addresses patient, family, and employee complaints, documenting issues, solutions, and resolving problems
• Coordinates care services and the implementation of care plans ensuring the best quality of life possible for all patients/residents
• Conducts quality assessments including regulatory compliance rounds in all departments to monitor performance and continuously improve systems, processes, and quality
• Develops staffing plans that assure direct care needs are met, recommending quantity and types of personnel necessary to maintain compliance with all requirements and PPD
• Maintains reference database or other training materials (i.e., PDR's, Regulations, Standards of Practice, etc.) to assist the department in understanding compliance requirements and empowering them to meet the day-to-day needs of the residents
• Audits clinical records for accuracy and completeness of comprehensive resident assessments, effective documentation reflecting resident responses to interventions, and consistent implementation of plans of care by all staff and professionals on all shifts
• Leads/participates in various company meetings and interdisciplinary conferences as needed to develop adequate plans of care

Requirements

• Valid California RN license in good standing
• Current CPR and BLS certifications
• College/University degree preferred; five (5) years' experience may substitute for degree
• Minimum three (3) years' experience as a supervisor in a hospital or nursing setting preferred
• Minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverages with the company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid basic life and disability insurance (buy-up options available)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance and professional enhancement funds
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Employee discount

Community Overview

Grant Cuesta Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Mountain View. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals works to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or serious illness. As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve. Our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.