Director of Nursing

Maniilaq Association

01/20

Title: Director of Nursing Range: 19

Program: Long Term Care Status: Exempt

Housing Priority: 3 BCU: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversees the continuous direct care services in the Long Term Care facility. Demonstrates and fosters professionalism among staff. Uses the facilities resources effectively and efficiently to attain and maintain the highest level of care in accordance with the local culture. Monitors quality indicators and strives for maximum compliance with regulatory standards. Reports to the Long Term Care Administrator.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for the continuous delivery of nursing care. Promotes the use of the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of each resident.

2. Promotes the use of clinical research and integrates evidence based practices into resident’s care and staff education.

3. Responsible for adequate staff in number and skill to maintain the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well- being for each resident.

4. Educates staff and ensures compliance with HIPAA and privacy standards.

5. Fosters an environment of cultural sensitivity with attention to autonomy, dignity and residents rights.

6. Performs audits and monitors documentation in the medical record ensuring care is documented and standards of clinical practice are being met.

7. Plans, develops, and monitors the Nursing Program budget. Keeps the Long Term Care Administrator informed of budget concerns.

8. Mentors, orientates, and trains nursing staff to facility’s safety program, clinical policies and procedures.

9. Holds staff accountable for individual clinical practice and execution of duties assigned.

10. Responsible for the hiring, supervision, discipline, evaluation, and competencies of direct care staff.

11. Keeps the Long Term Care Administrator informed of changes in residents, staffing, program and policy changes.

12. Manages the facilities infection prevention and immunizations program. As Infection Preventist, the DON, collects infection control data, determines if antibiotic therapy is in compliance with AMS program, quantifies data and reports information to QA committee, which includes Medical Director. Manages isolation implemented on Unit and educates staff on Infection Control and AMS.

13. Assists the Long Term Care Administrator in managing the QUAPI, Safety, Emergency Preparedness, Abuse, and Grievance programs

14. Attends, participates, and conducts continuing education programs. Maintains current in clinical practice as applied to the geriatric population.

15. Represents Utuqqanaat Inaat in a positive, professional manner. Serves as liaison and consultant to the Maniilaq Board of Directors, local community, State, Federal, and professional association’s on issues of aging and gerontology.

16. Assists with special projects and performs other related duties as assigned, including assuming the responsibilities of the Long Term Care Administrator in their absence.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must currently be licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Alaska. Must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing, from an accredited institution. Master’s degree in an allied health profession preferred. The candidate must have: five or more years of working in geriatric nursing; experience with medication administration, delivery systems, regulatory compliance and the RAI process; minimum of three years supervisory experience indirect clinical nursing; working knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations and governance of health care organizations. Must also have the ability to work cooperatively with employees, outside agencies and the community. Knowledgeable of current approaches to delivery of nursing care and of leadership, management, and performance improvement concepts. Must be eligible for and attain national certification in Gerontologic Nursing within one year of hire.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet those conditions.