Director of Nursing (DNS)

Essential Functions

• Develops and maintains a nursing service philosophy, objectives, standards of practice, policy and process manuals.
• Establishes systems for care planning, including assessments, plan of treatment, objectives and goals, evaluations and discharge planning.
• Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, disciplining, coaching, and conducting performance appraisals.
• Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of certification laws and requirements, survey requirements and Medicare program.
• Validates that reporting departments consistently meet state and federal requirements for long-term care facilities for licensure.
• Validates existence of a quality assurance program for nursing services and coordinates interdisciplinary quality assurance program.
• Directs the functions and activities of the ED in his/her absence.

Education, Licensure, and Experience

• Required: Current Registered Nursing license in Washington.
• PREFERRED: Bachelors Degree in Nursing.
• PREFERRED: Certification in Rehab Nursing, geriatrics, or psychiatric nursing.
• PREFERRED: Minimum two years' experience as a nursing services supervisor in a long-term care.

Benefit Highlights

• Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Training & Development Opportunities.