Director of Nursing Services
$180,000–$190,000 year
On-siteSouthampton, New York, United States or Southampton, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Direct, plan, and coordinate nursing service activities for professional and auxiliary personnel to ensure resident care meets fairness, dignity, and respect standards. Develop and implement departmental policies, standards, and long-range plans while monitoring care quality and reviewing progress notes. Complete daily rounds, manage the nursing budget, and serve as a formal liaison between the medical staff and nursing services. Recruit, interview, and evaluate staff performance; coordinate schedules and ensure strict adherence to physician orders, infection control protocols, and safety regulations. Remain on call 24 hours a day for emergencies and notify families of significant health changes.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, college, or university
- Current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing
- Knowledgeable of nursing/medical practices and laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care administration
- Thorough knowledge of licensing and certification regulations
- Must demonstrate leadership skills
- Organization
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work independently
- Problem-solve
- Make decisions as necessary
- Ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies
- Upon hire provide a negative TB skin test
Desired Qualifications
- At least two years of experience in nursing supervision in a long-term care setting
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