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apartment Healthcare Nursing Center location_onWebster City, IA 50595, US

The Director of Nursing is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Department while ensuring high standards of clinical quality and regulatory compliance. As a Director of Nursing, you will lead nursing services, support staff performance, and maintain survey readiness while driving excellence in resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all nursing operations as the Director of Nursing

• Plan, organize, and evaluate nursing services, programs, and activities in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Develop, implement, and update nursing policies and procedures

• Oversee clinical quality, infection control, and survey readiness

• Provide written and verbal reports to the Administrator regarding nursing department activities

• Coordinate nursing services with other departments to ensure continuity of care

• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and resident-centered care

• Maintain confidentiality of resident and employee information in accordance with HIPAA

Staffing and Supervision

• Determine and assign appropriate staffing levels of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

• Develop work assignments and schedules; delegate authority appropriately

• Conduct routine rounds to monitor performance and compliance with care standards

• Partner with Human Resources to complete evaluations and support fair disciplinary practices

• Supervise nursing leadership and support staff development

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse RN required

• Nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred

• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting

• Strong regulatory, operational, and people-management skills

• Effective communication and leadership abilities

Schedule and Employment Type

• Full-time position

Benefits

Health insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance.

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