Director of Nursing (DON) - Midtown Center for Health and Rehabilitation
Memphis, TN 38104
About the Job
Midtown Center for Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON)!
Welcome to Midtown, our new and improved center located in the heart of Memphis, just up the road from the Memphis Zoo! We strive for top-quality resident care as well as employee satisfaction. We understand that happy employees lead to happy residents!
Our center features well-lit parking areas in the front and back, equipped with security cameras, as well as a 24/7 receptionist to always ensure your safety and convenience. From cozy outdoor movie nights to fun-themed parties, there is always something exciting on the horizon to bring joy and a sense of community. We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and recognition. At Midtown, you will work in a place where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your efforts are appreciated.
We believe in nurturing our own talent and love to promote from within. We offer training programs, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We want you to be your best self! Join us and become part of a community that cares for each other as much as we care for our residents.
Work/Life Balance
· Comprehensive Benefits Package
· Retirement Savings Plan
Bonus Plan
Pay in lieu of benefits
We are looking for an experienced Director of Nursing to organize and oversee all nursing operations of the facility. You will create a collaborative and efficient workplace with attention to quality standards and policies. There, all personnel will be able to do their best in caring for patients.
A Director of Nursing should have once been a hard-working and compassionate Registered Nurse who steadily developed their managerial and administrative skills. Being efficient, dedicated, a good listener and a problem-solver is what will open our door for you.
The goal is to foster an excellent environment that will support everyone in working to the benefit of hospital and patients alike.
Responsibilities
- Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel (RN, LPN etc.)
- Guide staffing procedures
- Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department
- Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures
- Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards
- Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed
- Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations
- Report to upper management
Requirements
- Proven experience as Director of Nursing
- RN required
- Must have experience in Long Term Care
- Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting
- Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
- Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration
- Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel
- Great communication and people skills
- Outstanding organizational and stress management skills
- Aptitude in problem-solving
- Degree in nursing; Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus
- Valid nursing and CPR certification
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.