(DON) Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Director of Nursing to join our team at Axiom Healthcare of Harrisburg in Harrisburg, Illinois. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of our Nursing Department. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and leading a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
• Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
• Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care.
• Maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the nursing department.
• Participate in facility surveys made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
• Assist with discharge planning and perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies charting, etc.
• Monitor the facility's QI, QM, and survey reports.
• Assist in developing plans of action to correct potential or identified problem areas.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must have, as a minimum, 3 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related healthcare facility.
• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.
• 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 teamwork and team concept.
• 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 the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
  
  
  

Compensation:

• Salary: $38 - $44 HOURLY
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Great Team!
  
  
  

Job Type: FULL TIME

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated and passionate nursing professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, and we look forward to discussing this role further.