Travel Nurse RN - Director Skilled Nursing 2,806 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Director Skilled Nursing for a travel nursing job in Fairmont, West Virginia.

& Requirements

• Specialty: Skilled Nursing
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/13/2025
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: DON (Director of Nursing) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)*
Job Summary:

A Director of Nursing (DON) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) oversees the delivery of high-quality nursing care, ensuring compliance with regulations, staffing, and operational standards. The DON is responsible for leading the nursing team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes, and maintaining a safe and efficient environment for residents with varying levels of care needs.

• Manage and lead the nursing staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing care.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and other healthcare professionals to develop and maintain individualized care plans for residents.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality of care, and ensure continuous improvement initiatives to enhance resident health and satisfaction.
• Oversee medication management, treatment planning, and ensure adherence to infection control protocols.
• Ensure appropriate care levels are provided to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of residents.
• Manage and maintain accurate clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding patient safety, reporting of incidents, and adherence to healthcare standards.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and collaboration among staff to ensure high standards of care are met.
• Serve as a liaison between the nursing team, administration, and external regulatory bodies.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement programs to enhance clinical outcomes.
• Assist with budgeting and financial management related to nursing operations.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Licensure:
  
  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Certification:
  
  • Certified Director of Nursing (CDON) or Certified in Gerontology preferred.
• Experience: Previous leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) required

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30165032. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:DON - Skilled Nursing Facility,07:00:00-15:00:00

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