The Director of Nursing Services at Lexington PA is a leadership role responsible for overseeing nursing care, staff management, and regulatory compliance within a healthcare facility. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and extensive nursing management experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills
Job Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is a registered nurse responsible for the overall management of the entire nursing department, including staffing levels, policy development, and ensuring resident safety and respect.
Essential duties include recruiting, hiring, and training nursing staff, coordinating pharmacy services, and acting as a liaison between the facility, physicians, and family members.
The role requires participation in QA, Utilization Review, Patient Care conferences, state surveys, MDS coordination, and providing direct resident/patient care as needed.
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The Director of Nursing Services at Lexington PA is a leadership role responsible for overseeing nursing care, staff management, and regulatory compliance within a healthcare facility. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and extensive nursing management experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Nursing department management
Develop nursing policies
Resident safety and respect
Clinical staff in-services
Pharmacy services coordination
Liaison with physicians and families
Department budgeting and reporting
Nice-to-have
Maintain employee confidentiality
Problem resolution and disciplinary actions
Adapt to regulation changes
Key Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Minimum 7 years nurse management experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Suite and Point Click Care (PCC)