Director of Nursing (DON)

DON: Director of Nursing

Maple Farm Nursing Center offers an innovative model of short- and long-term skilled nursing within two warm and welcoming households situated on 66 acres in Akron, PA. Maple Farm, part of Garden Spot Communities, is honored to have been voted one of the BEST small nursing homes in Lancaster County by U.S. & World Report News!

Job Title: Director of Nursing (DON)

Department: Nursing

Status: Full Time Days working 8am - 4pm

What does Garden Spot Communities offer employees?

• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others, working in a non-profit atmosphere with community involvement, friends, and a mission that extends beyond the people we serve to those who serve here.

• We value our team members! In addition to competitive wages we offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes, but is not limited to, the following benefits!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement program with 5% company match
  • A fully tax-deductible Health Savings Account program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance and Career Development
  • Company perks such as a campus fitness room and pool, salon, generous meal discounts, and many employee appreciation and recognition events.

What will I do in this role with Maple Farm?

As a Director of Nursing, supporting the Garden Spot Communities' mission will include the following responsibilities:

• Assume accountability for the development, organization and implementation of approved policies and procedures.
• Oversee all resident care and initiate corrective action as necessary.
• Assess resident care needs and assist in the development of individualized plans of resident care.
• Assume responsibility for the management and monitoring of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), clinically and related to the prospective payment System (PPS).
• Assess resident pre-admission and/or admission information and determine appropriate level of care.
• Analyze Quality Indicator reports, identify concerns and implement corrective action to improve resident care.
• Report problems to Administrator, conduct daily resident rounds and initiate corrective actions.
• Direct and implement nursing service educational programs including, but not limited to, orientation and in-service for licensed and unlicensed nursing personnel.
• Conduct staff meetings with all shifts for purposes of planning, coordinating and implementing nursing service policies and procedures.
• Direct and supervise scheduling of employees within established guidelines for allocation of nursing service personnel on duty.
• Conduct interviews, hire nursing service employees, conduct counseling interviews and initiate disciplinary action as necessary.
• Prepare written employee performance evaluations and initiate recommendations for salary increases, promotions and terminations.
• Communicate daily with nursing personnel providing clear, concise information as well as specific assignments.

What do I need for this role with Maple Farm?

• Current and valid RN license in PA
• At least one year experience or education in Nursing Administration or Supervision
• At least three years' experience in Long Term Care.
• Knowledge of Long Term Care regulations
• Ability to cope with stress of changing and unexpected situations.
• Must have analytical ability in identifying and solving problems.
• Understands management, delegation and motivation of people.
• Strong judgement and leadership skills
• Can identify and promote the Mission, Philosophy, Corporate Values and Goals of Garden Spot Village.

How is Maple Farm Nursing unique?

• Garden Spot Communities is a nonprofit organization with locations in New Holland, Akron, and Zieglerville, PA, offering healing and retirement living at its best!
• We live out our mission daily: Inspired by the life of Jesus, we cultivate vibrant community for purposeful living.
• We prioritize our values: Community, Excellence, Service, Stewardship, Innovation, and Integrity.
• We facilitate abundant opportunities for residents to live with purpose in community.
• We are committed to person-centered care: residents' needs and desires are taken into account first
• We follow a guiding principle: Be Kind. Do Good. Show Love.
• We encourage and equip our team to work hard, have fun, and make a difference!

Before completing an application, please review The Garden Spot Experience to learn more about who we are, what we do and how we do it!

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