Nursing Director job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A nursing director is a medical professional in charge of managing nursing units of a hospital or another healthcare institution. Their duties also include the creation and review of policies, developing budgets, and working together with doctors and nurses alike.
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Example nursing director requirements on a job description
Nursing director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in nursing director job postings.
Sample nursing director requirements
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
- Current RN license
- Minimum of five years of experience in nursing leadership
- Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and policies
Sample required nursing director soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective management and leadership abilities
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to quality patient care and safety
Nursing Director job description example 1
Five Star Senior Living nursing director job description
Job DescriptionRio Las Palmas is a beautiful community in Stockton, CA, with more than 160 units offering independent living and assisted living.
JOB DETAILS :
At this time, we are seeking a Director of Resident Care to lead our clinical team!
Responsibilities
Overall management of the Resident Services Department to provide quality care and services to all residents. Supports and practices the philosophy, objectives and standards of the Resident Services department to ensure quality care to all residents. Effective and efficient organization and staffing of the Resident Services Department. Ensures resident care interventions meet the personal, physical, and cognitive needs of each resident as well as maximizing his/herself care capacities, identity, independence, choice and opportunity for social interaction. Monitors the outcomes of Resident Services activities by evaluating staff performance, ensuring compliance with community and State Regulations, and monitoring the effective and efficient use of budgeted resources.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. 2 years of experience in an assisted living environment are desired. Three years of experience in a position with management and leadership responsibilities. Basic knowledge of and ability to apply Geriatric Nursing principles. Familiarity with pertinent State Regulations.
Similar Titles:
Registered Nurse, RN, Clinical Services Director, Director of Nursing, DON, DNS – Director of Nurses, Resident Care Director, Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN, Assisted Living, AL, Memory Care, ALZ, Independent Living, IL.
ABOUT US:
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, proudly offers the highest quality service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home. Founded in 2000, Five Star has two major operating divisions: Five Star Senior Living and Ageility Physical Therapy Solutions. The Five Star Senior Living division includes more than 280 senior living communities across the United States and is one of the country's largest providers of quality retirement living in the nation, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Alzheimer's/Memory Care, Healthcare Centers with Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Ageility’s rehabilitation services include outpatient rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, and personal fitness.
EEOC Statement
Five Star prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment with regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status, and any other status protected by local, state and/or federal laws. In addition to federal requirements, Five Star complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has communities and/or facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
JOB DETAILS :
At this time, we are seeking a Director of Resident Care to lead our clinical team!
Responsibilities
Overall management of the Resident Services Department to provide quality care and services to all residents. Supports and practices the philosophy, objectives and standards of the Resident Services department to ensure quality care to all residents. Effective and efficient organization and staffing of the Resident Services Department. Ensures resident care interventions meet the personal, physical, and cognitive needs of each resident as well as maximizing his/herself care capacities, identity, independence, choice and opportunity for social interaction. Monitors the outcomes of Resident Services activities by evaluating staff performance, ensuring compliance with community and State Regulations, and monitoring the effective and efficient use of budgeted resources.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. 2 years of experience in an assisted living environment are desired. Three years of experience in a position with management and leadership responsibilities. Basic knowledge of and ability to apply Geriatric Nursing principles. Familiarity with pertinent State Regulations.
Similar Titles:
Registered Nurse, RN, Clinical Services Director, Director of Nursing, DON, DNS – Director of Nurses, Resident Care Director, Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN, Assisted Living, AL, Memory Care, ALZ, Independent Living, IL.
ABOUT US:
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, proudly offers the highest quality service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home. Founded in 2000, Five Star has two major operating divisions: Five Star Senior Living and Ageility Physical Therapy Solutions. The Five Star Senior Living division includes more than 280 senior living communities across the United States and is one of the country's largest providers of quality retirement living in the nation, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Alzheimer's/Memory Care, Healthcare Centers with Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Ageility’s rehabilitation services include outpatient rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, and personal fitness.
EEOC Statement
Five Star prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment with regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status, and any other status protected by local, state and/or federal laws. In addition to federal requirements, Five Star complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has communities and/or facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Nursing Director job description example 2
Kindred Healthcare nursing director job description
You want to be challenged by your job without being overwhelmed by it. You want to play an instrumental role in helping a patient recover, sometimes against strong odds, and go home. What you want is Kindred Healthcare.
Our mission is to promote healing, provide hope, preserve dignity and produce value for each patient, resident, family member, customer, employee and shareholder we serve. Join us!
This position offers a $15,000 sign on bonus.
Summary:
Directs and coordinates functions and activities of nursing department and assigned clinical operation departments. Consults with and advises Administrator on the general operation of the hospital. Develops nursing and clinical department's goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures. Organizes nursing and clinical departments according to administrative and nursing service guidelines; ensures compliance with legal, organizational, and medical staff standards. Has authority and responsibility for establishing, directing, and implementing the Standards of Nursing Practice and the clinical operations and financial matters related to allnursing and clinical care areas and functions. In a Network Market receives direction from and has a staff reporting relationship with the Network Market Sr CCO/CCO.
Qualifications Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors degree in healthcare administration, business administration, finance, or clinical specialty.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements.
Licenses/Certification:
Registered Nurse in the state.
Experience:
Minimum of three years experience in healthcare administration/management.
Minimum of three years experience in hospital management in an inpatient, acute care environment.
Graduate level education may substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required experience If you are a current Kindred/RehabCare employee Click Here.Job: NursingPrimary Location: CA-San Leandro-Kindred Hosp - San Francisco BayOrganization: 4822 - Kindred Hosp - San Francisco BayShift: Day
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Nursing Director job description example 3
Arcadia nursing director job description
- Must have, as a minimum, 3 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
- Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English language
- Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
- Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
- May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
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Updated March 14, 2024