RN Director of Nursing (Ohio)

Company: Eklego
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionEklego is proud to be assisting, Jennings, a prestigious long term care provider with their search for a Director of Nursing in Garfield Heights, Ohio for their Skilled Healthcare, Memory Care and Rehabilitation units.Jennings is a faith based, mission driven organization who cares for people and has been recognized as an Employer of Choice for 12 years - Awarded the Leading Age Ohio and North Coast 99 Employer of Choice awards. They pride themselves on values of respect, compassion, discovery of potential and the celebration of Life and Community.The Director of Nursing assumes twenty-four-hour responsibility and accountability for planning, organizing, developing, evaluating and directing the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Accountable for establishing and monitoring quality standards of care to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.QUALIFICATIONS:

• The Director of Nursing will be responsible for the clinical operations of all areas in the nursing home, with some guidance and consultation to other clinical areas throughout Jennings.
• Supports staffing and, educational needs, coaching and counseling staff, perform QA audits, assist with resident and family concerns as needed
• Provide oversight to nursing management and is subject matter expert for nursing best practice and rules and regulations governing long-term care and in a rehab stetting.
• Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of recent nursing management experience, required in a long-term care or short-term rehab setting
• Responsibilities also include Case Mix, MDS, monitoring RUGS, PDPM, and working collaboratively on new initiatives with the team of clinicians and administration.
• Must be a Registered Nurse with a current Ohio license.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Identifies and suggests innovative approaches and participates in implementing performance improvement opportunities.
  • Maintains compliance with company policy and procedure in accordance with governing laws, regulations, regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies and community standards.
  • Consistently upholds the mission, values and behavior standards.
  • Maintains confidentiality.Why Choose Eklego?As a Healthcare professional, you have a lot of options, and your skills are highly sought after. When you choose to partner with Eklego, here's what you can expect:
    • We'll take the time to learn about your background, your goals, and your needs
    • Direct employment with our Senior Care partners. We are partnered with several choice providers of Senior Care. This gives you a one-stop, simple solution to a choice of employers and positions.
    • No more wondering whether your application went through and waiting for a response. We will ensure that your information gets in front of the hiring team and coordinate an interview on your behalf.
    • Our clients rely on our expertise and trust Eklego to bring great talent like you because we're ALL better together. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status, including genetic information.

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