Director of Nursing
About the Organization
Cedarcrest Center is unlike any other place you could work. For staff, working here is not just a job, it is the home and school for the children we serve and allows us all to foster the organization’s mission with each and every interaction. Our work allows us all to enrich the lives of children with complex medical and developmental needs, support their families, and collaborate with other community providers to build a continuum of care. Our organizational values of integrity, compassion, accountability, responsibility and enrichment stands for I CARE! The characteristics which reflect the value we place on teamwork reflect that We Are: Welcoming, Encouraging, Accepting, Respectful and Excellent!
About the Job
Are you a seasoned nursing professional with a passion for leadership and a commitment to exceptional care? We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Nursing to join our Leadership Team and make a meaningful impact on our organization. As the clinical leader, you will play a pivotal role in guiding all aspects of resident care, fostering teamwork, and promoting a culture of caring and commitment throughout our community. This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead with purpose, collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team, and shape the future of our nursing practice. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
POSITION: Director of Nursing
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: President/CEO
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Director of Nursing is a key member of the Leadership Team and plays a major role in the culture of caring and commitment throughout the organization. They serve as a clinical leader, guide all aspects of resident care, foster teamwork amongst staff, and promote both clinical and educational development.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Nursing Practice
- Serves as infection prevention nurse (or trains and supervises designee) and develops a culture of prevention
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of current nursing practice and the roles and functions of patient care team members
- Regularly assesses the effectiveness of delivery models and develops new delivery models as indicated
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assist with admission, discharge planning, and census management
- Serves as primary clinical liaison with referring hospitals, Medicaid, and community nursing agencies or area agencies; designates, organizes, and supervises nursing staff tasked with admission, discharge, and other clinical partner follow-up tasks
- Ensures that care is provided and documented according to established standards
- Ensures that staffing patterns are sufficient to meet standards of care
- Ensures availability and functionality of necessary nursing supplies and equipment
- Maintains knowledge of current residents’ medical needs for program oversight, accurate on-call coverage, and medical interventions or support as needed
- Communicates significant changes of status to families
- Maintains open communication with families for DNR/POLST
- Serves as a supervisor and subject matter expert in electronic systems, including Point Click Care
Organizational Leadership
- Serves as a member of the Leadership Team and participates in other management meetings as requested
- Provides administrative support and oversight to the Nurse Managers, Respiratory Therapists, Nurses, and Dietitian
- Ensures children’s nutritional needs are met, coordinating with the Dietitian and Medical Director
- Attends meetings of the Board of Trustees as requested
- Represents the organization to health care constituents within the community
- Serves on community-based boards, advisory groups, and task forces as appropriate
People Operations Management
- Builds a culture of collaboration
- Participates in workforce planning and employment decisions
- Uses progressive discipline to mitigate challenging workplace behavior
- Promotes positive work environments that maintain an environment that values diversity
- Addresses sexual harassment, workplace violence, verbal, and physical abuse immediately and in accordance with established policies
- Coaches staff and provides ongoing feedback on performance and regular written performance reviews in accordance with established policies
- Holds regular staff meetings and encourages an environment conducive to opinion sharing, exploration of ideas, and achievement of outcomes
Safety and Risk Management
- Supports a Just Culture (non-punitive) reporting environment, including positive reinforcement systems for identifying unsafe practices
- Monitors clinical activities to identify both expected and unexpected risks
- Works in a manner to prevent and/or minimize unsafe conditions and hazards
Interdisciplinary Relationships
- Collaborates with physicians and other disciplines (e.g. dental, pharmacy, specialists, others) to develop patient care protocols, policies, and procedures
- Addresses and models appropriate communication and conflict resolution
- Creates opportunities for interdisciplinary professional dialogue
- Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and promote the coordination of care across disciplines
- Fosters teamwork and strong communication between the program areas and across shifts
Financial Management
- Works with President/CEO to develop and manage an annual nursing operating budget and participates in capital expenditure planning
- Interprets financial statements and manages department financial resources
- Oversees ordering of medical supplies and works closely with vendors to assure timely cost-effective and appropriate product delivery
- Uses technology to support improvement of clinical and financial performance
- Collaborates with Director of Quality on Training, Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement, and other key processes
Please use the below link to apply on our website.
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