DIRECTOR of NURSING - Great Boss!
Location: Albuquerque New Mexico
Description: Vivage is employing DIRECTOR of NURSING - Great Boss! right now, this occupation will be placed in New Mexico. Further informations about this occupation opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. VIVAGE Quality Health Partners, a Quality Life Management and Pinon Management company and nationally recognized leader and innovator in the long-term care industry, is se! eking a highly motivated Director of Nursing - Registered Nurse to successfully lead the nursing team at Laguna Rainbow Elder Care located in Casa Blanca, New Mexico (west of Albuquerque) with the Pueblo of Laguna. VIVAGE Quality Health Partners is a nationally-recognized Long Term Care management company that currently manages 27+ skilled nursing facilities throughout Colorado, 16 in the Denver metro area, 11 rural locations in Greeley, Grand Junction, Holly, Canon City, Pueblo, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the Oklahoma Pan Handle. We have approximately 2,200 employees and over 2,100 healthcare beds. Levels of care at our VIVAGE facilities include: skilled nursing, rehabilitation, Long Term Care, sub-acute ventilator dependence as well as specialty Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Assisted Living care. We have been in Colorado for over 55 years of combined successful outcomes by Quality Life Management and Piñon Management, providing services that enhance and improve operatio! ns and consumer satisfaction. VIVAGE Quality Health Partners i! s dedicated to person-centered care and we embrace the Eden Alternativeâ„¢ philosophy, bringing the “quality of life in aging†and “living well.â€
The Pueblo of Laguna (Kawaik) is a recognized Native American tribe of the Pueblo people in west-central New Mexico and has a well-established Tribal-Law system. Laguna in Spanish means “lake†and is derived from the lake on the reservation and is known for their skilled pottery and enjoyment of basketball. This unique town has parks, forest, fly fishing, and great food and entertainment at the Dancing Eagle Casino.
Our Directors of Nursing receive proven systems of care, technical nursing support, opportunities for professional development and more! In this position, you will have the opportunity to be an integral part of our Culture Change journey as you lead the clinical staff in planning, organizing, developing and directing overall operations of the nursing department.
Many of our homes ! are Eden registered. We invite you to apply for these opportunities. For consideration, please apply online at www.VIVAGE.com Careers . VIVAGE offers a competitive salary in addition to excellent employee benefits.
To learn more about us and the homes we manage, please visit our website at www.VIVAGE.com . VIVAGE brings “quality of life in aging†and “living well†to Long Term Care!
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Director of Nursing
BASIC FUNCTIONS
The primary responsibility of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct overall operation of our Nursing Service Department following the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities. You are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our resid! ents at all times.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities.
Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
Determine the staffing needs.
Recommend the number and level of nursing personnel to be employed.
Assist in calculating the number of direct nursing personnel care on duty each shift.
Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved training program.
Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours.
Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure all nursing personnel are performing their work assignments.
Review complaints and grievances made or ! filed by department personnel.
Ensure that disciplinary action is administered fairly.
Participate in the interviewing and selection of residents for admission.
Develop a written plan of care for each resident that identifies the problems/needs, indicated the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care.
Prepare and plan the nursing service department’s budget and submit to the Administrator.
Schedule, attend, and participate in nursing service meetings.
Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors.
Perform all other duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/JOB TRAINING
Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience
Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in ! a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facilit! y. Must have, as a minimum (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
Specific Requirements
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully when personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as! laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Skills
Required Experience
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Vivage.
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This occupation starts available on: Sat, 11 May 2013 07:56:48 GMT