Director of Nursing (DON) at Friends Home in Kennett
Kennett Square, PA
About the Job
*Director of Nursing for Skilled Nursing Facility*
Friends Home in Kennett, a senior supportive living community in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a Director of Nursing for its 20-bed, private pay skilled nursing facility. If you enjoy working in a home-like atmosphere where the focus is on resident care, this is the place for you!
General Responsibilities:
* Develops and maintains quality skilled nursing services compatible with the mission of Friends Home and in compliance with the PA Department of Health regulations using best practices in long term care
* Tracks and Conducts Resident Assessments
* Supervises Charge Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants
* Develops and carries out a sound and consistent education program for nursing staff
* Develops policies and procedures that are in compliance with regulations
* Completes pre-admission assessments, support plans and recommendations for admissions
* Provides education for residents
* Implements strategies to achieve both departmental and organizational goals
* Participates in annual Department of Health inspection process
* Responsible for building and operations during the NHA’s absence
* Conducts resident care conferences
* Conducts rounds with the medical director and reviews physician’s orders
* Ensures staff has the correct and well maintained equipment and supplies to care for residents.
* Responds quickly and responsible to resident and family concerns
* Oversees completion of required paperwork, documentation and medication procedures
* Creates schedules for department staff
* Participates in new hire orientation for all departments
* Works with other Departments within Friends Home such as Community Life and Dining Services to ensure resident needs and requirements are met
Requirements:
* BS Degree in Nursing or equivalent years of experience in long term care
* Valid RN license required (PA)
* 5 years Long-Term Care or Rehab nursing experience required
* DON or ADON experience preferred
* 5 years supervisory experience
* Familiarity with Department of Health Regulations
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to speak comfortably in front of groups
* Experience in teaching and maintaining educational records
* Experience in leadership and assessment
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Geriatrics
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
* Are you willingt to undergo a post-offer drug screen and physical?
Experience:
* long-term care: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* RN License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Kennett Square, PA 19348: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Friends Home in Kennett, a senior supportive living community in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a Director of Nursing for its 20-bed, private pay skilled nursing facility. If you enjoy working in a home-like atmosphere where the focus is on resident care, this is the place for you!
General Responsibilities:
* Develops and maintains quality skilled nursing services compatible with the mission of Friends Home and in compliance with the PA Department of Health regulations using best practices in long term care
* Tracks and Conducts Resident Assessments
* Supervises Charge Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants
* Develops and carries out a sound and consistent education program for nursing staff
* Develops policies and procedures that are in compliance with regulations
* Completes pre-admission assessments, support plans and recommendations for admissions
* Provides education for residents
* Implements strategies to achieve both departmental and organizational goals
* Participates in annual Department of Health inspection process
* Responsible for building and operations during the NHA’s absence
* Conducts resident care conferences
* Conducts rounds with the medical director and reviews physician’s orders
* Ensures staff has the correct and well maintained equipment and supplies to care for residents.
* Responds quickly and responsible to resident and family concerns
* Oversees completion of required paperwork, documentation and medication procedures
* Creates schedules for department staff
* Participates in new hire orientation for all departments
* Works with other Departments within Friends Home such as Community Life and Dining Services to ensure resident needs and requirements are met
Requirements:
* BS Degree in Nursing or equivalent years of experience in long term care
* Valid RN license required (PA)
* 5 years Long-Term Care or Rehab nursing experience required
* DON or ADON experience preferred
* 5 years supervisory experience
* Familiarity with Department of Health Regulations
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to speak comfortably in front of groups
* Experience in teaching and maintaining educational records
* Experience in leadership and assessment
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Geriatrics
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
* Are you willingt to undergo a post-offer drug screen and physical?
Experience:
* long-term care: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* RN License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Kennett Square, PA 19348: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
