Director of Nursing Services

Athena Health Care Systems • Sandwich, MA • 16h ago

We are hiring a Director of Nursing Services to join our dynamic care team at Cape Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Sandwich!

Cape Heritage is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility. Salaried role with weekly pay.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Director of Nursing Services, the purpose of your position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Services Department in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility.

Experience & Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program, B.S.N. preferred.

Must possess an active and unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts.

CPR certified.

Certification in Gerontology preferred.

Must have at least one (1) year of experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing and one (1) year of nursing administration, such as DNS, ADNS, Staff Development, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the nursing service department according to state and federal guidelines.

Maintains, reviews, and has input into the development of all clinical policies and procedures.

Determines the staffing needs of the nursing service department, making recommendations to the Administrator, necessary to meet the needs of the residents.

Oversees licensed nursing staff.

Develops work assignments and schedules duty hours, and/or assists nursing supervisor staff in completing and performing tasks necessary to ensure quality of care.

Develops and maintains an on-call program for the nursing department.

Makes daily rounds of each nursing unit and does visual inspection on each unit.

Reviews satisfaction of care and services with interviews with families and residents.

Assists the Infection Preventionist in establishing and maintaining the Infection Control Program.

Assists the Director of Staff Development in ensuring that all mandatory in-service education sessions, which are required by state and federal law, are performed per schedule; documented and such documentation is retained.

Assists the Administrator in developing safety standards for the nursing department and monitors these through employee incidents and develops a plan of correction and audit tool for prevention. The Director of Nurses is an active member of the Safety Committee.

Abides by all reporting policies and measures set forth by Athena Health Care Systems.

Other duties assigned by managerial team.

Specific Requirements:

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.

Must be knowledgeable in the privacy rules and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.

Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.

Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena's Benefits:

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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