Director of Nursing

Company: Sigma Inc
Location: Falmouth
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

229379 - Director of Nursing - Falmouth, MA - -Permanent Full Time

Sigma Healthcare Staffing -is currently looking for an experienced Director of Nursing to work onsite for our contracted facility.

Shift: - -Days, Full Time

Summary:

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• Coordinates activities with other patient care units. --- This is the second highest level position in nursing services.
  
• Requires RN license along with clinical and supervisory experience
  
• Consults with Top Nursing Executive on nursing problems and interpretation of JML /CCHC policies to ensure patient needs are met.
  
• Plans and organizes orientation and in-service training for unit staff members, and participates in guidance and educational programs.
  
• Assists in formulating budget.
  
• Engages in studies and investigations related to improving nursing care.
  
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
  
• Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information; and adhere to Resident's rights.Performs other work related duties as required or requested.
  
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
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  • Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
    
  • 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. Prior Director of Nursing experience in a Long Term Care facility preferred
    
  • Must have, as a minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
    
  • Must possess a current, unencumbered, active RN license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.
    
  • BLS/CPR and AED Program Certification is required.
    
    Skills:
    
    
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    • 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 be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept. --- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
      
    • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
      
    • Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
      
    • Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
      
    • Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
      
    • Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
      
    • Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
      
    • Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
      
    • Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
      
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and meet all other Physical and Sensory requirements of the job
      
      

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