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Director of Nursing, Nursing Center
The Director of Nursing, South Lincoln Nursing Center (SLNC) is a senior leader level position with primary responsibility for leading the activities of SLNC division of South Lincoln Hospital District (SLHD). This leader will leverage their experience in leadership, culture development, management and finance to establish a care environment for residents that is whole person centered, and drives the highest levels of compassionate, safe and quality care. The leader will be the primary day-to-day manager of both clinical, and non-clinical staff, responsible for developing schedules, managing budgetary considerations, collaborating with key stakeholders across other departments, partnering with families and residents to establish care plans and care transitions, and oversee the general operations of the South Lincoln Nursing Center.
Desired/Required Education, Certifications and/or Experience
• Required – Currently licensed, or the ability to obtain a Wyoming license as a nursing home administrator within 6 months
• Required - Wyoming Registered Nurse License in good standing (BSN is preferred)
• Preference will be given to candidates with nursing home experience and/or prior nursing home administrator licensure
• A Masters of Science in Nursing, Business, or Healthcare Administration is highly desirable
Responsibilities / Functional Job Description
General: Standards of Behavior
1. Demonstrates a commitment to living the SLHD standards of behavior through exemplifying in action, a commitment to the values of SLHD, namely:
A. Innovation – continually seeking the latest advances in cost effective healthcare and customer service.
B. Compassion – concern for the individual, empathy for the situation, action to provide service
C. Integrity – doing the right thing; always.
D. Community – supporting, giving and acting to improve where we live, serve, and work.
E. Passion for Healthcare – fervently, avidly, and zealously seeking the improvement of human health
2. Displays this commitment to the standards of behavior through actions and words, by demonstrating the following behavior traits:
A. Adaptability – Responding resourcefully to changes indirection, priorities, schedules, approaches and responsibilities for the good of everyone. Maintaining a positive attitude when faced with a difficult or challenging situation and providing an uplifting and realistic outlook on the opportunities the future may present.
B. Communication – Listening attentively and seeking clarification, being friendly in words and actions, responding to others in a timely manner to ensure satisfaction, comfort and quality care. Utilizing AIDET and the promise to explain the experience the patient can expect, and communicate how the patient will receive excellent and timely care.
C. Professional Conduct and Attitude- Keeping personal conversations to an appropriate volume for the area I am working in, treating everyone in a courteous manner – rudeness is never acceptable, addressing conflict with others privately and respectfully and utilizing the appropriate chain of command. Doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, keeping frustration separate from patent care and professional activities, and recognize that patients are not an interruption, they are our reason for being here.
D. Commitment to Team Members/Patients – Assist patients in finding their destinations, walking with them when possible, interacting constructively with team members and supporting a blame free environment, recognizing there is no place for “it’s not my job”, finding the right person to support a patient or coworker if I am unable to support or help them. I will not spread negativity, being positive starts with me.
E. Personal and Career Development – Demonstrating a curiosity toward learning and practicing self-development. Supporting co-workers by sharing knowledge, expertise and encouragement to help them be successful in their role. Finding ways to improve the quality of my work even when things are going well. Seeking creative solutions to problems and encouraging creativity in others.
F. Sense of Ownership – Admitting and correcting mistakes, taking personal responsibility to help the organization to succeed. Ensuring cleanliness by maintaining a clutter free environment. Refraining from behavior or conversations that undermine the confidence of the community in our facility. Utilizing resources effectively and maintaining financial responsibility.
Role Specific: Work role responsibilities
1. Ensure that Local, State, and Federal requirements related to patient/resident care activities are adhered to.
2. Ensure that life safety and facilities related requirements are adhered to at all times, and coordinate with stakeholders to address concerns
3. Ensure that customer service (both internal and external) is a top priority.
4. Ensure that quality of care is consistently the top priority of all nursing staff.
5. Create a working environment that builds trust with staff, leadership, patients, and our community.
6. Create monthly schedule for nursing staff and assist with finding shift coverage.
7. Lead day-to-day clinical/nursing activities and attend all patient care conferences to coordinate resident care
8. Coordinate with the consulting pharmacist to ensure that rules and regulations are being followed.
9. Ensure that all C.N.A staff are on the Long Term Care Registration site
10. Manage the departmental budget
11. Collaborate with finance and revenue cycle department to ensure resident care is paid for in a timely manner
12. Learn MDS data entry within 6 months of starting the position and ensure timely and accurate entry
13. Track all current QA/QI projects, identify and create new QA/QI projects to continue to improve care
14. Oversee the Restorative Aid, Activities, and Social Service programs
15. Any other designated tasks required
Desired/Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1. Knowledge of accounting and finance best practices and programs which enhance the financial success of the organization
2. Knowledge of financial/revenue cycle reporting and key performance indicators for measuring and benchmarking performance
3. Ability to operate various office equipment
4. Skill in accuracy and attention to detail
5. Ability to perform public relations and public speaking in a professional manner
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality
7. Ability to read, write legibly and calculate mathematical figures
8. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
9. Ability to work with, lead and supervise others
10. Ability to manage multiple assignments/projects; meet timelines and prioritize responsibility
11. Ability to handle stressful situations and react appropriately
12. Ability to maintain a driver’s license and ability to travel distances for multiple days as necessary
13. Ability to exercise good judgement in appraising situations and making decisions
14. Ability to work and interact effectively and positively with other staff members to build and enhance teamwork across SLMC departments
15. Ability to communicate to complete responsibilities effectively
16. Ability to see to use computer efficiently and read computer reports and correspondence
17. High proficiency with Microsoft office products (excel, word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Equal Employment Opportunity
South Lincoln Medical Center will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Contact Information
Stephanie Raver - HR Business Partner
HR
711 Onyx
Kemmerer, WY 83101
Email: sraver@southlincolnmedical.com
Phone: 13078008683 |
