Director of Nursing

About the role

Direct, supervise, and coordinate patient care services for a home healthcare agency. Reports to the Administrator and is part of the Clinical Department.

Responsibilities

• Be available at all times during the agency's operating hours
• Be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Participate in development of qualifications for, assignment of, and counseling of agency staff
• Assure that the plan of care is executed as written
• Assure re-assessment of the patient's needs is performed by the appropriate health care professional when there is a significant health status change in the patient's condition, at the physician's request, or after hospitalization
• Assures appropriate follow-up and re-evaluation of patient's condition change by an RN as necessary
• Other duties as stipulated in the job description of the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager, and QAPI Director
• Drive to all branches to supervise all applicable staff and attend meetings
• Assist in start-up process of new branches

Requirements

• RN license, in good standing
• Reliable forms of transportation and communication
• Effective problem solving and communication skills
• Proficient with technology including the ability to learn how to effectively/efficiently use an EMR system
• Knowledge of and passion for home healthcare is preferred
• Management experience is preferred
• Able to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours per day
• Able to lift/move up to 25 pounds
• Able to work with staff
• Able to work in a stressful environment
• Able to perform physical tasks, such as bending, standing, and lifting
• Able to drive 120 miles

Qualifications

• Meet the requirements and be licensed in the State of Pennsylvania
• Be a Registered Nurse and a qualified licensed professional
• Have at least one year of experience in nursing obtained within the last 36 months
• Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands
• Ability to deal and work effectively in a stressful environment
• Demonstrate ability to read, write and carry out directions
• Able to organize and file in alphabetical and chronological order
• Time management, organization and attention to detail skills
• Knowledge of and willingness to learn basic office procedures and use of equipment
• Proof of basic computer skills and knowledge
• Employment qualification requirements remain in compliance throughout the year
• Shall have a criminal history background check (FBI, State & Child Abuse, OIG and Social Security number check prior to being offered employment with this agency)
• Neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene. Maintain dress code policy
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all agency records
• Ability to remain in compliance with all agency policies and procedures
• Driver's license, in good standing

Schedule

Full-time position. Typical working hours are during regular office hours, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm. Occasional evening and weekend responsibilities, as needed. On-call availability, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, salaried position
• Paid time off, accrues weekly
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Short-term disability and accident plans

Home healthcare agency serving Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, and York counties. For more information about our agency, visit our website at: hometostaypa.com. Apply by submitting your resume to Karli at kfife@hometostaypa.com.

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