We are looking for a seasoned Director of Nursing to lead our dynamic team! Our 99-bed Skilled Nursing Facility is located in the Sacramento region, with future plans to open a sub-acute unit! This exciting position offers room for professional growth!
The Director of Nursing Services assumes full time administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing services in the facility. Manages facility employees in the provision of care and services according to professional standards of nursing practice, consistent with facility philosophy of care and state and federal laws and regulations. Assists in the development and implements policy and procedures consistent with current law. In collaboration with Nursing Home Administrator, allocates department resources in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho social well-being. Collaborates with other departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations, including government agencies and advocacy groups, to develop support and coordination of resident care, related administrative functions and to represent the interests of the facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
License: Current, active license as a Registered Nurse in the state of California
Work Experience: Two years professional nursing experience in long term care setting
A minimum of one-year administrative experience in nursing service administration or comparable management experience
Horizon West Healthcare