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The primary purpose of the job position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Recommend establishment or revision of policies and develops organizational structure and standards of performance Interpret policies and objectives of nursing service to staff

Promote working relationships with community agencies and with other departments

Perform personnel management functions such as establishing personnel qualification requirements, drafting procedure manuals, initiating inservice programs and installing record and reporting systems Initiate studies to evaluate effectiveness of nursing services

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Director of Nursing administers the nursing program, to maintain standards of resident care and advises medical staff, department heads and Administrator in matters related to nursing service by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

Plans, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the Nursing Services Department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility

Develop, maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department

Develop, maintain and periodically update théNursing Service Procedures Manual and Nursing Service objectives and philosophies

Assist the Quality Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies

Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident total regimen of care

Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary

Maintain a reference library of written nursing material (i.e. drug books, Federal and State regulations, etc.) that will assist the Nursing Service Department in meeting the day-to-day needs of the residents

Develop, implement and maintain an ongoing Quality Assurance program for the nursing service department

Participate in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies

Develop and implement a nursing service organization structure

Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the Nursing Services Department

COMMITTEE FUNCTIONS

Serve on, participate in and attend various committees of the facility, (i.e. Infection Control, Quality Assurance, Pharmacy, etc.) as required and as appointed by the Administrator Provide written and/or oral reports of the nursing service program and activities as required, or as may be directed by such committee(s)

Assist in developing, maintaining, implementing and periodically updating written policies and procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies

Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to nursing services

PERSONNEL FUNCTIONS
Determine the staffing needs of the Nursing Services Department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents, within the nursing budget

Recommend the number and level of nursing personnel to be employed

Assist human resources in the recruitment and selection of nursing services personnel Assign a sufficient number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses for each shift to ensure that quality care is maintained

Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours and /or assist nursing supervisory staff in completing and performing such tasks

Delegate to nursing service supervisory personnel the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform their assigned duties

Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards

Monitor absenteeism to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care personnel are on duty at all times

Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary, including departmental performance evaluations

Ensure that disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap or marital status

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Develop and participate in the planning, conducting and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that provides instructions "how to do the job" and ensure a well-educated Nursing Services Department

Develop, implement and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new

Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for charge/staff nurses

Encourage the nursing supervisor staff to attend and participate in outside training programs. Schedule times as appropriate

Assist support services in developing, implementing and conducting in-service training programs that relate to the nursing services department

Attend and participate in continuing educational programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status

SAFETY AND SANITATION

Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the Nursing Services Department Monitor Nursing Service personnel to assure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies

Ensure that Nursing Service work areas (i.e. nurses' station, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner

Ensure that all resident rooms, utility rooms, etc. are in a clean and sanitary manner Ensure that all Nursing Service personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures

Ensure that all Nursing Service personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner

Maintain the procedure for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment

EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY FUNCTIONS

Assure that a stock level of medication, medical supplies, equipment, etc. is maintained on premises at all times to adequately meet the needs of the residents

Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the department's equipment

Ensure that all personnel operate Nursing Service equipment in a safe manner

Develop and implement procedures that ensure Nursing Service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste

RESIDENT RIGHTS

Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information

Monitor nursing care to assure that all residents are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity and respect

Ensure that all Nursing Service personnel are knowledgeable of the residents' rights and responsibilities

Review complaints and grievances made by the Resident and make a written/oral report to the Administrator indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

Directly supervises licensed and certified nursing staff; carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform all duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Possess an Associate's Degree of Nursing (ADN) minimum is required.

Previous experience in long-term care is preferred.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents; ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to be a good listener.

Possess a current and unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota.

To learn more about us visit our website at www.cornerstoneshc.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $83,200.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:
Infection Control Practices

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bagley, MN 56621: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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