Job Description
Director of Nursing
Location: Phoenix, AZ 85012
Duration: 7 Months
Schedule: Flexible- 7:00am to 3:30pm or 8:30am to 4:30pm TBD on Administrator and Over Time needed.
Compliance Items:
1. COVID vaccination or declination of offered vaccine
2. Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
3. Hepatitis B vaccination or declination of offered vaccine
4. CPR/BLS Card
5. TB Skin Test (No older than 6 months)
6. RN License
Job Description:
Skills Preferred
- Advanced nursing knowledge related to clinical management of moderate to complex medical conditions found within a skilled nursing facility. Knowledge of fundamental nursing policies and procedures as they are generally written and applied within the skilled nursing facility.
- Extensive knowledge of employee management issues including knowledge of scheduling, training, supervision and application of nursing practices.
- Extensive knowledge of all relevant regulations as they pertain to the skilled nursing facility including OBRA, OSHA and other standards.
- Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements related to the quality of resident assessments.
- Minimum Data Sets and the design and implementation of resident care plans.
- Extensive knowledge of human resource functions, including recruiting, interviewing, training, coaching/counseling and taking disciplinary action.
- Knowledge of design and implementation of systems related to work flow, scheduling, quality assurance functions and tracking the frequency and prevalence of quality indicators within the skilled nursing environment.
- Knowledge of State Personnel Rules. Skill in managing systems, functions, material/supply resources, human resources and nursing practice.
- Advanced clinical skills necessary for assessment and planning appropriate medical interventions, especially as they apply to quality indicators.
- Fundamental nursing skills that may be used when providing nursing care or supervising and assessing the work and practice of other nursing staff.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Problem solving skills as they relate to nursing care and practice, interpersonal relationships, internal/external resources and critical family/resident issues.
- Management/leadership skills. Abide by nursing regulations. Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies.
- Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions, and follow up regarding client health problems.
- Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner. Work with professional and non- professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents.
Knowledge
- Advanced nursing knowledge related to clinical management of moderate to complex medical conditions found within a skilled nursing facility Knowledge of fundamental nursing policies and procedures as they are generally written and applied within the skilled nursing facility Extensive knowledge of employee management issues including knowledge of scheduling, training, supervision and application of nursing practices.
- Extensive knowledge of all relevant regulations as they pertain to the skilled nursing facility including OBRA, OSHA and other standards.
- Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements related to the quality of resident assessments.
- Minimum Data Sets and the design and implementation of resident care plans. Extensive knowledge of human resource functions, including recruiting, interviewing, training, coaching/counseling and taking disciplinary action.
- Knowledge of design and implementation of systems related to work flow, scheduling, quality assurance functions and tracking the frequency and prevalence of quality indicators within the skilled nursing environment.
- Knowledge of State Personnel Rules
Key Skills:
- Proficient in managing systems, operational functions, material/supply resources, human resources, and overall nursing practice
- Advanced clinical assessment skills and expertise in planning medical interventions, particularly in relation to quality care indicators
- Strong foundational nursing skills for direct care delivery and effective supervision of nursing staff practices
- Excellent oral and written communication abilities, essential for documentation, reporting, and professional collaboration
- Effective problem-solving skills in clinical care, interpersonal interactions, and navigating complex family or resident concerns
- Proven management and leadership capabilities in healthcare settings
Ability:
- Abide by nursing regulations
- Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
- Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions, and follow up regarding client health problems
- Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
- Work with professional and non- professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents
Licenses / Certifications:
- Active RN license in Arizona
- Fingerprint clearance card (AZ DPS)
- May require a valid driver's license and driving record clearance (if driving on state business)
Job Tags
Flexible hours,