Job Description

The Director of Nursing will plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Health Center in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern long-term care facilities to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.  A highly interactional position which assumes 24-hour accountability for the operation and functional success of the Health Center.

 

 

What will I do every day?

 

  • Ensure the effective and efficient daily operations of Skilled Nursing
  • Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility's programs and activities
  • Responsible for utilization and compliance with Medicare
  • Develop and maintain written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility
  • As well as interpret all facility's policies and procedures to associates, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc
  • Represent the facility in dealings with outside agencies, including governmental agencies and third-party payers, or provide an authorized representative of the facility when unable to attend such meetings
  • Make routine inspections of the facility to assure that established policies and procedures are being implemented and followed
  • Review and develop a plan of correction for deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such plan as required
  • Maintain a good public relations program that serves the best interest of the facility and community alike.
  • Serve as liaison between the Health Center and the Independent Living residents
  • Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencies
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating and terminating staff in a timely and equitable manner
  • Create teamwork by creating a motivating environment by developing confidence in direct reports
  • Provide opportunities for associates to engage in their work, the community and the company
  • Participate in cost control activities through an organized system of monitoring the utilization of supplies and equipment, evaluating and setting standards for supply and equipment usage 

What will I need to be successful in this role?

  • A passion for excellence
  • A Bachelor's Degree is necessary
  • A degree in Public Health Administration or Business Administration, or a health-related degree is preferred but not required
  • Must have, as a minimum, three years experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital or long-term care facility
  • RN License is a plus
  • Experience working with seniors highly desirable

Special Requirments and or Certifications:

  • State Required Valid Administrator License
  • LPN or RN license preferred

 

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

  • Competitive pay
  • A free meal per shift
  • Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental
  • Matching 401k
  • Paid Time Off
  • Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
  • Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

 

What do we do?

 

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for the past 30 years.

 

 

 All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB Test and Background Check

 

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

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