Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing Services to lead and oversee all nursing operations within our healthcare facility. This pivotal role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to residents while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The Director of Nursing Services will serve as a key leader in fostering a positive, patient-centered environment, managing nursing staff, and implementing best practices across all clinical areas. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the nursing department’s strategic direction and elevate the overall standard of care.
Duties
- Provide strong leadership and supervision for nursing staff, including nurse management and care team members, to ensure efficient shift management and optimal resident care.
- Develop, review, and update comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, including those requiring assisted living, home health, hospice care, or acute care services.
- Oversee the administration of medical records and documentation review processes using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitor clinical operations related to MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments, ensuring timely completion and adherence to Medicare guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, including HIPAA privacy standards, medical terminology accuracy, and documentation protocols.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care, focusing on physiology and anatomy knowledge to optimize health outcomes.
- Lead quality assurance initiatives by reviewing medical records, documentation, and care plans regularly to uphold the highest standards of nursing administration.
- Manage staffing schedules across shifts, balancing workload demands while maintaining a focus on resident safety and satisfaction.
- Facilitate ongoing training for staff on topics such as HIPAA compliance, medical terminology, nursing best practices, and EHR system utilization.
- Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies such as Medicare auditors or state health departments during inspections or audits.
Skills
- Extensive experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, home health agencies or hospice care environments.
- Proven management skills with supervising experience in nursing management or nurse management roles.
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles related to physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation review and medical records management.
- In-depth understanding of Medicare regulations and compliance requirements for long-term care facilities.
- Excellent leadership abilities with a focus on team development and staff supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively across shifts while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and medical records confidentiality protocols. Join us in making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives by leading our dedicated nursing team! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing education opportunities and fostering an environment where compassionate care thrives. This is an exciting chance to influence healthcare delivery at its finest while advancing your career in a vibrant setting dedicated to excellence in nursing services.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
