Interim Director of Nursing Services (RN) - Avamere Rehab of Lebanon

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities.
• Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
• Prepare and plan the nursing service department's budget and submit to the Administrator for his/her review, recommendations, and/or approval.
• Determine the staffing needs of the nursing service department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents.
• Assist the Administrator and/or the HR Director in the recruitment and selection of nursing service personnel.
• Assist the HR Director in developing performance evaluation schedules, criteria, and annual reviews for the nursing service department (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, medication aides, etc.).

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
• Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months of equivalent experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in this state.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification.