Director of Nursing
Reference Number: IguqoJ
Location: Birmingham, Alabama, US;Fairfield , Alabama, US;Forestdale, Alabama, US;Gardendale , Alabama, US;Homewood , Alabama, US;Hooper City, Alabama, US;Hoover, Alabama, US;Vestavia Hills, Alabama, US
Director of Nursing - Long Term Care
Position Summary:
As the Director of Nursing, you will be responsible for overseeing the care of residents through a consistent care delivery model. You will lead residential case management and provide clinical oversight to Resident Care Partners (RCP), Caregiver, Medication Assistants (MA), and other resident care staff.
Responsibilities:
- Ensures quality resident care is consistently delivered per local, state and federal guidelines
- Partners with the Executive Director on recruiting, hiring, new hire orientation, training and in-services for the Resident Care Partners, Medication Assistants, LPNs and Lead Resident Care Partners
- Collaborates and partners with physicians, pharmacy and other medical professionals to promote quality care and independence for our residents
- Conducts comprehensive resident pre-admission, admission and quarterly assessments
- Provide on-call support for the community
- Ensures compliance, efficiency and team’s understanding of policies and procedures
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
- Maintains a current/unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical and supervisory experience in long term care, community-based care or assisted living/memory care
- Quality assurance/improvement and staff development experience
- The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time and work overtime as needed
- The ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Caregiver, Health and Wellness Director, Charge Nurse or Director of nursing
- Exhibit excellent time management and organization skills
- Possess the ability to handle complex issues
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Uphold the principles of our mission: to enrich life through meaningful relationships and vibrant communities
- Express compassion for residents, staff, and guests consistently
- Engage others with fun and creative activities
- Strive for excellence in all aspects of the job
- Work with integrity in all interactions
- Demonstrate humility