Director of Nursing
Company: Bethany Lutheran Home
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionDo you have a passion for helping the elderly?
Are you an experienced nurse looking for a managerial role? The
Director of Nursing position at Bethany Home may be right for
you!The Director of Nursing is responsible for the operation of the
total nursing department which includes restorative nursing staff.
The DON assists the facility by encouraging good resident
lifestyles and ensuring that the quality of care delivered to
residents meets expectations. This is a salaried position.ESSENTIAL
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assures that quality care is delivered to
the residents through daily rounds by supervisors, reviewing 24
hour report sheets, reviewing and investigation of incident reports
and medication errors.2. Reviews care practices for the individual
resident when a sentinel event occurs, to assure that problems are
promptly resolved.3. Reinforces the need to follow established
policies and procedures.4. Establishes new policies and procedures
as care needs indicate.5. Works closely with the Staff Development
Coordinator to assure that appropriate training is provided as
necessary.6. Assures that all aspects of the MDS process are
completed accurately and in a timely manner. Assures through audits
that care plans address problems areas as indicated on the RAP
Summary.7. Assures that sufficient staff are scheduled and on duty
to meet the needs of the residents. Evaluates and alters the number
of staff on duty, based on census and resident acuity.8. Assists in
establishing an annual budget for the Nursing Department. Adheres
to established budget as closely as possible by monitoring
unnecessary staff overtime and supplies.9. Is knowledgeable of
Federal and State regulations and implements changes in policy and
procedures as regulations require.10. Works closely with other
departments to assure all services are beneficial to the
resident.11. Works closely with the Staff Development Coordinator
to assure an effective Quality Assurance Program is in place.12.
Works closely with the Medicare Coordinator on issues related to
residents whose stay is under Medicare Part A. Also, works closely
to assure that an effective Infection Control Program is in
place.13. Works closely with the Administrator and communicates
concerns and problems promptly.14. Assures appropriate and adequate
supplies are provided to the units.15. Assures that medical records
are closed and maintained correctly.16. Establishes a relationship
with families and is available for consultation.17. Assures that
the interviewing, hiring and training of nurse aides and other
nursing staff follow State and Federal regulations.18. Holds
regular meetings and in services with RN's, LPN's and nursing
assistants. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Currently a licensed nurse in the
State of South Dakota.2. Two to four years of experience in a
supervisory position.3. Enjoyment in working with people.4.
Reliable transportation, either public or private5. Must strive to
build a home-like environment for our residents through great care,
great personal spaces, and fostering a great daily life. 6. Able to
work standard business hours, generally 8 to 5 during weekdays.
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