Community facility boasts 68 beds and offers a range of specialties, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, and emergency medicine. We also have a skilled nursing facility, imaging and laboratory services, and other subspecialty care options.Position SummaryThe Director of Nursing is directly accountable for all patient care activities performed within the facility on a 24-hour basis. Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of all patient care. Organizes and implements management systems, facility policies, procedures, and programs. Coordinates Nursing Service activities with facility administration, community agencies, physician, families, consultant personnel, and ancillary service personnel. Assumes responsibility for nursing service compliance to federal, state, and local regulations. Performs other work of the department and is responsible for assigned sections on a 24 hours basis.Reports to: Extended Care Unit Administrator Responsibilities of the Position:
- Assesses the resident's condition and nursing care needs; plans care, and defines appropriate nursing interventions to meet those plans of care and the physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of the resident, including discharge planning.
- Develops individualized nursing care plans for assigned residents.
- Implements care plans and makes revisions accordingly.
- Evaluates resident care outcomes.
- Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team.
- Coordinates resident care, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Defines the mission for the department and shares the corporate vision with assigned staff.
- Directs operations and administration of the department under the general guidance of the facility Administrator.
- Develops and directs assigned personnel in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
- Communicates, coordinates and/or collaborates with Administrator, other staff and management personnel, physicians, peers, outside officials, vendors, and consultants with regard to departmental and corporate activities and issues.
- Oversees the procurement, sets up, use and/or maintenance of equipment, supplies, and work areas.
- Oversees/maintains skill competences and assumes responsibility for professional development and on-going education.
- Other tasks and duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
- North Carolina or Compact State RN License required.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through American Heart Association upon hire.
- Licenses: Registered Nurse license is required.
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Two to three years of professional nursing experience with one year in supervisory experience is required.
- Knowledge of State and Federal regulations in Nursing Homes is preferred.
- The employee must have the ability to understand, communicate and react effectively to the unique needs of long-term care patients and families.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
- Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
- Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
- Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
- A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
- Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
Requirements:•COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.BENEFITS
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Temporary Disability Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
ABOUT THE AREA Roxboro is north of the busy urban areas of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The town is known for its serene rural landscapes, pleasant climate, and warm small-town hospitality. Surrounded by beautiful hills, lush forests, and farmlands, Roxboro offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent educational facilities, affordable tax rates, quality healthcare, and various recreational activities.ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUSHealthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY. With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.