Director of Nursing

**Director of Nursing** The Director of Nursing directs, plans and coordinates service activities of professional nursing and auxiliary nursing personnel. Interprets facility policy and regulations to nursing personnel and ensures personnel compliance. Analyzes and evaluates nursing and related services to improve quality of patient care and better utilize staff time and abilities. Responsible for department budget. **Specific Responsibilities:** * Responsible for the 24\-hour management of the Nursing Department and assuring that the daily tasks of the Nursing Department are carried out in accordance with facility policy and in compliance with State, Federal Regulations, and JCAHO Accreditation Standards. * Perform an intake assessment which includes obtaining and reviewing prior medical records and medical or program\-related financial data, documenting a complete medical history, assessing cognitive/verbal skills and needs and identifying barriers to accessing healthcare. * Monitor patients frequently for changes in health status after initiation of a new medication, a hospitalization or recent decline in function. * Consult with CEO, CFO, and Medical Director on a routine basis in support of organizational mission and vision. * Responsible for Infection Control to conduct risk assessment and documentation as outlined in our Policy \#4007 Infection Control in Nursing Services. * Must also be able to speculate about alternatives, manage the innovation process and teams, and bring those ideas to market. * · Focus on action and outcomes by attacking everything with energy\-\-while also keeping an eye on the bottom line. Must be unafraid to initiate action based on incomplete data, then drive to the finish and honestly assess results. * · Inspiring Others by building motivated, high\-performing teams\-\-or even moving an entire organization to perform at a higher level\-\-demands a compelling vision, commitment, and superior communication. These leaders also must