Pastoral Care Director - Nursing Home jobs in Fresno, CA

POSITION SUMMARY

To assist in the management and direction of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and Medical Director, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. As the Director of Nursing, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. The DON works under the direction and is directly responsible to the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Successful performance requires satisfactory completion of all essential duties and responsibilities. The essential duties described below are representative of the skills and ability necessary while performing the basic functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Manages and directs all aspects of the Nursing Services Department aside from Registered Nurse supervisory.
• Makes rounds to ensure that nursing personnel perform their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
• Makes rounds with physicians as necessary.
• Communicates information to nursing personnel regarding new resident admissions and resident discharges and provides oversight of the admission and discharge process.
• Reviews nursing personnel medical record documentation to ensure that it is appropriately and accurately descriptive of the nursing care provided.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of written nursing policies and procedures.
• Provides written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing services department.
• Prepares for and participates in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Supports the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
• Serves on facility committees (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Budget, Quality Assessment and Assurance, Care Planning, etc.).
• Evaluates and implements recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to nursing services.
• Determines nursing staffing levels to meet the needs of the residents and ensures that sufficient number of Licensed Vocational Nurses and CNAs are scheduled to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of nursing staff.
• Ensures that new nursing staff are properly oriented and trained.
• Develops nursing staff work assignments and schedules.
• Resolves complaints and grievances made by nursing department personnel.
• Ensures that nursing department employment actions are administered fairly and in compliance with the facility’s Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation.
• Supervises and assists in management of the infection control program including ensuring that personal protective equipment is used in the handling of infectious materials by nursing personnel.
• Assists in the development of preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident are performed in furtherance of the resident care planning policy.
• Observes medication passes and treatments to ensure quality.
• Develops, plans and conducts in-service training classes.
• Ensures that adequate stock levels of medications, medical supplies and equipment are maintained.
• Develop a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care.
• Performs other duties as may be needed or assigned.
• If the facility is at a census of 59 patients or less, the DNS’ duties shall include providing direct patient care at all times.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• May be a RN or LPN currently licensed to practice in the State.
• Demonstrated understanding and/or additional training in Infection Control Measures.
• Proven ability to collect data and analyze data for trends. Experience with quality assurance is preferred.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with all Department Heads and all members of the Health Care Team.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to teach.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Federal, State and CDC requirements

Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Education: High school diploma and LVN license.

First Aid Training as required.

Experience:

Must have, as a minimum, 3 years of experience as a RN in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility.

Professionalism/Personal Ethics:

• Has respect and compassion towards older adults. Demonstrates concern for the physical and emotional needs of residents and their families. Inspires trust and builds a culture of teamwork. Upholds values of company and shows personal integrity.
• Mathematical/Reasoning

Skills:

• Able to perform basic mathematical functions and resolve issues in stressful situations.
• Communication Skills
• Clearly and informatively communicate information to employees, residents, family members, and agencies. Able to listen to others and communicate their needs. Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Computer Skills

• Proficient in operating office equipment and computers including email, word processing, excel applications.

Working Conditions:

• Well-lighted and with appropriate ventilation and temperature levels.

Other Requirement:

• Employee must pass a criminal record clearance, health screening and drug testing prior to beginning work in the community.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to regularly listen and speak to individuals, sit and stand for long periods, move about the community, bend, reach, and grasp. May occasionally need to lift up to 20 lbs., and assist with pushing, helping or walking with residents. Good vision is required.

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

I have read and fully understand the requirements of the job position listed above. I agree to perform the identified essential duties as described in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures and understand that other duties may be assigned or reassigned at any time. I understand that my employment is at-will, and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated by the company or myself at any time, for any reason or no reason.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• DON: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fresno, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person