Director of Nursing

Located in NE Georgia MountainsJOB SUMMARY:The Director of Nursing will be responsible for the daily functioning of the health care needs of Residents as well as supervision of the nursing department. The desired candidate will have vast knowledge on both state and federal rules and regulations and will work well with a team of dedicated staff members to provide excellent patient care in our facility. We are seeking an LPN with assisted living experience. Benefits:Competitive SalaryPaid-Time Off with rollover; Paid Personal DaysPaid HolidaysBonus PayHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, VisionInsuranceShort-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance;Variety of Supplemental Insurances AvailableFree Life InsuranceCareer Growth OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Programs*Some benefits mayonly be eligible to full-time team members. Minimum eligibility requirements:At least two or moreyears prior experience in Long Term Care settingSupervisory experiencedesirablePossess strong leadershipqualitiesMust be honest, fair,dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of othersMust be able tocommunicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the generalpublicMust meet all healthrequirementsMust pass criminalbackground checkMust be able toperform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or withoutreasonable accommodationMust have compassionfor and desire to work with the elderly while recognizing that the community isthe residents' homeHave strongorganizational and team building skillsHave excellent writtenand verbal communications skillsHave ability to work aflexible scheduleBe available to takecall according to the rotating call schedule Essential Functions: Oversee medical and health service activities and personnel Plan and coordinate health services Work collaboratively with physicians to implement appropriate healthcare programs Maintain a clean environment to ensure patient safety Establish, train and enforce healthcare policies and procedure Assure fiscal accountability within nursing department Foster team unity and a cohesive approach Customerservice: Responsible for ensuring that all team members are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents' families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators) Residents' Rights: Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents' rights Other: Communicates and adheres to company policies and procedures The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary Working conditions: Scheduled hours; available evening and weekends for events Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.) Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals Physical/Sensory requirement:Medium work: abilityto exert 10-35 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise moveobjects Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents and staff