Director Of Nursing (DON)

DESCRIPTION

Seeking a charismatic Director of Nursing for our 5-Star Facility in Lutz, Florida.

We currently have a career opportunity for an experienced clinical leader in our 120 bed skilled/longterm care facility. Our ideal candidate is passionate about excellent resident care, employee engagement and mentoring, compliance without compromise, and continued advancement in patient/family satisfaction.

OVERVIEW:

Executes the goals and objectives of the nursing department in regard to patient/resident rights, patient/resident care and reflects the mission statement of the facility. Serves as a role model to nursing staff while facilitating outcomes-based care delivery, cost management, and enhanced customer satisfaction within the context of an interdisciplinary framework.

Provides leadership and direction for the nursing staff while being responsible for the overall management of the Nursing Department. Ensures nursing staff's compliance with all facility and nursing policies and procedures as well as compliance with regulatory requirements.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Health Administration required, Master’s Degree is preferred

• Comprehensive knowledge of OBRA, Joint Commission and NYS DOH Rules and Regulations

• Must be CPR/BLS certified

• Computer and word processing skills

• Two years of clinical nursing experience in acute care setting

• Minimum of two years’ experience in sub-acute and geriatrics setting preferred

• Minimum of four years’ experience in nursing administration

• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language, knowledge of other languages helpful

• The ability to deal effectively and professionally with emotional patient/residents, visitors or family members

• The ability to relate to geriatric, informed and sub-acute population

LOCATION

19091 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz, FL 33548, USA