Director of Nursing

Description

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Director of Nursing, (Registered Nurse, RN) Summary

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center is a 120-bed facility offering excellence in rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a lovely homelike environment that's NEWLY RENOVATED & UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! With a focus on rehabilitation and recovery, our skilled team of therapists and healthcare professionals assist residents in achieving optimal health and well-being. We offer residents the perfect setting to experience a tranquil and peaceful backdrop for rehabilitation. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals. We offer EXCELLENT Aetna Health benefits 1st of the month after hire date, along with other key benefits!

• The role of the Director of Nursing, RN organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility, to ensure that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times.
• Responsibilities will include oversight and management of Education, Infection Prevention, & Wound Management.
• Th responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in the evaluation and implementation of all long-term and sub-acute nursing care rendered within the facility, overseeing nursing staffing to ensure quality care is provided.
• Orient, instruct, educate and train nursing staff as needed. Consult and communicate with In-service department any needs for further education or –re-education required.
• Supervise and evaluate work performance of nursing personnel. This will include proper safety practice and standards in Nursing Practice.
• Coordinate the Infection Control Program for the facility.
• Coordinate the Wound Care Program for the facility.
• In the event of an emergency situation, may assume unit manager/charge nurse duties as needed.
• Assist nurses in assessing and developing care plans for individual residents in compliance with regulations and standards of nursing practice.
• Consult and communicates with the Interdisciplinary Care team any residents/family/ guardian care concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• Wound Care Certification & SigmaCare experience a plus!
• Supervisory or managerial experience in a hospital or preferably nursing home, long-term care (LTC), skilled nursing facility (SNF), and/or sub-acute rehabilitation setting. Experience in management within a geriatric skilled nursing setting highly preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Must have a current registration in New York State as a RN in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred OR minimum five (5) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Ability to work cohesively with residents, families, and staff from various departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 315-339-2220 and ask to speak to the HR Dept. or email us at [email protected]

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