Pay or shift range: $97,968 USD to $122,460 USD

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Winona Senior ServicesLake Winona ManorDirector of Nursing(1.0 FTE) 80 hours per pay period Days, 8am-4:30pm, with flexibility and intermittent hours as supervision is necessaryWeekends: NoneHolidays: RareOn Call: No

Position Overview:

The Director of Nursing is responsible to provide leadership for all aspects of clinical care within Lake Winona Manor. This includes quality of care provided, outcomes of care, workflow, overall operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and adherence to accepted standards of practice. Leadership responsibilities also include strategic alignment, facilitating innovation through lean initiatives, improvement in quality of resident centered care, promoting a high level of staff and resident satisfaction. This role maintains an active presence and availability to staff in clinical areas and develops and maintains positive relationships and interactions with other directors, medical staff and support departments at Winona Health; i.e. Environmental Services, Facilities, Hospital Services such as Emergency Room/Urgent Care/Inpatient, Accounting, etc.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Alleviates obstacles to unit growth, teamwork or team decision-making while utilizing the lean process structure. Assists in developing or expanding services where appropriate and strives for excellent resident satisfaction.

Utilizes lean methodologies and practices on a continuous basis including Leaders Standard Work and promoting lean methodologies throughout the value stream.

Develops and facilitates a structure within the value stream where staff skills are continuously developed and where staff have opportunity to demonstrate innovation in order to improve work processes as well as improve quality and satisfaction outcomes.

Maintain an awareness of industry standard, evidence-based practices, and equip department members to function at or above that level.

Champions and role models CSI work across the organization. Collects data and demonstrates ability to interpret the data so that appropriate targets on agreed upon measures are achieved.

Effectively communicates appropriate information with staff using the established and preferred communication methods and regular staff meetings.

Acts on the leadership team for Winona Senior Services and Winona Health

Provides instruction, support and ongoing supervision for caregivers when course correction is needed.

Leads regulatory compliance processes for clinical areas.

Maintains an advanced knowledge of the Nursing Practice Process including assessment, implementation, planning and evaluation of resident care. Is able to think critically, prioritize issues effectively and delegate responsibility appropriately.

Maintains current knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, nursing theory, research, medications, ethical and legal issues related to resident services. Develops and maintains policies and procedures accordingly. Facilitates appropriate education to all levels of staff so they are equipped to apply the necessary knowledge and skills. Is responsible to ensure that ethical practices are in place.

Investigates and follows up on staff and resident complaints. Tracks and trends complaint information so that process improvements can be facilitated and satisfaction and/or quality of care is continuously improved.

Determines staffing needs in a cost-effective manner to assure appropriate and qualified staff availability within units.

Assesses staffing needs, census and acuity and assures collaboration between units to assure adequate staffing patterns are maintained and quality of care is appropriate.

Demonstrates crucial conversation skills to open the lines of communication.

Serves as Privacy Officer for Lake Winona Manor to assist in ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance of and adherence to the organization's policies and procedures that cover the privacy of and access to patient health information in compliance with federal and state laws. Ensures all HIPAA regulations are followed related to patient information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct reports may include the following positions:

LWMNA - Nursing Assistant LWM

LWMHPR - Unit Helper

LWMTMA - Trained Medication Assistant

LWNLPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

LWMAAN - Admissions Assessment Nurse

LWMRES - Restorative Aide

LWMRN - Registered Nurse

LWMADN - Nurse Manager

LWMHUC - Health Unit Coordinator

LWMNSC - Nurse Staffing Coordinator

LWMRNA - RN Care Coordinator

Skills and Experience:

Required:

2- or 4-year nursing degree

Current and active RN License in the State of MN

Proven record of management skills

Director of Nursing series training required within the first year of employment

Active participation in continuing education programs

CPR Certification

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills

Must be able to prioritize and delegate effectively

Advanced computer skills

Preferred

Experience with Microsoft Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint.)

Patient information database (Cerner/Oracle, EMR, MatrixCare)

Experience leading in an environment with bargaining units

Required Competencies:

This position is a direct care provider and requires the ability to give adequate care to patients/residents in the following age groups:

Adult (18-65)

Geriatric (65 and over)

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plansRetirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are metWork/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers and position reclassifications. Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee's past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer:

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR

Equal Opportunity Employer

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