Director of Nursing (DON)

Claremont Manor Skilled Nursing is recruiting for a full time Director of Nursing.

Under the direction of the Executive Director the Director of Nursing is responsible for the health and wellness needs of all Care Center residents. Develops and evaluates the overall operation of Nursing Services in accordance with current State and Federal regulations. Maintains current standards of nursing practices. Implements policies, procedures and management systems. Coordinates nursing services with community agencies, physicians, families, residents, consultants, ancillary service providers and other department personnel within the facility. Promotes quality care delivery by all providers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

Recruits, hires, schedules, supervises, counsels, evaluates all nursing service employees according to established policies and procedures.

Ensures 24-hour provision of nursing services throughout the community.

Responsible for all nursing services provided to Care Center Residents.

Acts as liaison between family, residents, and physicians.

Supervises the health care services and programs to residents.

Coordinates resident admissions and transfers and discharges with other departments and/or community agencies.

Supervises and participates in resident interdisciplinary care plan conferences. Supervises documentation in resident health records and reviews scheduled audits.

Participates in budget planning and monitoring of fee scheduling and charging for services and cost-effective utilization of resource.

Responsible for orientation and on-going in-service education of all nursing staff.

Provides professional management to State and Federal Survey process following up with writing and implementing plan/s of correction.

Promotes stimulation, comfortable, uplifting environments for residents, families and staff.

Develops and revises Nursing Policy and Procedure Manuals as needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Current Licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience in long-term care community health, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nursing desirable. 5 years' experience working in a senior community and have supervisory experience. Knowledgeable in current State and Federal regulations.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance