Director of Nursing (DNS)
Apply NowCompany: Blue Mountain Care Center
Location: Prairie City, OR 97869
Description:
Details
Client Name
Blue Mountain Care Center
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Executive
Specialty
Director Of Nursing - DON
Job ID
31455943
Job Title
Director of Nursing (DNS)
Weekly Pay
$645.0
Shift Details
Shift
Day - 12x3 - 04AM
Scheduled Hours
36
Job Order Details
Start Date
06/23/2025
End Date
09/22/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title: Director of Nursing (DNS)
Job Specialty: Nursing Administration
Job Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
Experience: Minimum six months in a nursing facility
License: Active Oregon RN Licensure
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Must-Have: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN), Graduate of an accredited program of nursing education
Job Description:
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the healthcare organization.
- Maintain, interpret, and adhere to facility policies and procedures.
- Ensure continuous delivery of high-quality nursing services by implementing evidence-based practices and standards.
- Develop, implement, and revise nursing policies and procedures to maintain nursing guidelines.
- Recruit, select, and orient qualified nursing personnel.
- Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, participate in webinars, establish professional networks, and join professional organizations to maintain professional and technical knowledge.
- Ensure nursing personnel comply with licensure, certifications, professional development, and regulatory standards.
- Design and implement performance improvement projects to enhance care quality and patient/family experiences.
- Organize problem-solving and effective communication systems for departments and act as a liaison between ancillary departments and medical staff.
- Interpret, support, and execute procedures and policies as designated by the Administrator.
- Ensure the Nursing Services Department adheres to State and Federal rules and regulations concerning resident care delivery.
- Maintain a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, including various audits and an Antibiotic Stewardship program.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the QAPI program by observing trends and direct plan corrections accordingly.
- Attend and direct quarterly QAPI meetings in conjunction with the Administrator.
- Ensure medications, treatments, and care plans are administered as ordered in collaboration with the RN Care Manager.
- Assist with communication during State Surveys and write plans for correction.
- Coordinate nursing service functions and activities with other departments.
- Meet with the RN Care Manager daily to discuss resident conditions and nursing care delivery.
- Assist RN Care Manager in assessing resident conditions and making decisions on medical interventions.
- Evaluate nursing care delivery by making daily rounds.
- Attend resident care planning conferences and coordinate service provision with other healthcare providers.
- Notify physicians of needed visits when necessary and involve the Medical Director as needed.
- Develop and maintain personnel policies for recruitment, orientation, in-service education, evaluation, and termination of staff.
- Conduct interviews, review job descriptions, and ensure complete employee files and adequate orientation.
- Ensure staff is adequately supervised and educated according to facility QAPI trends.
- Maintain written staffing plans and supervise delegated staffing responsibilities.
- Work as a Charge Nurse on the floor as necessary, ensuring staff performs duties professionally and efficiently.
- Act as a Grievance Officer and conduct employee performance evaluations, counseling, and disciplinary actions.
- Support change processes and provide input as necessary.
- Determine Nursing Staff capacity for resident admissions and assist with intakes and admission decisions.
- Maintain adequate supplies for nursing care delivery and establish priorities efficiently.
- Develop a budget in collaboration with the Administrator and remain within budget or communicate additional needs.
- Interact professionally with interdisciplinary team members and residents' families.
- Participate in educating staff, residents, and families on healthcare practices and policies.
Client Details
Address
112 E 5th St
City
Prairie City
State
OR
Zip Code
97869
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Client Name
Blue Mountain Care Center
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Executive
Specialty
Director Of Nursing - DON
Job ID
31455943
Job Title
Director of Nursing (DNS)
Weekly Pay
$645.0
Shift Details
Shift
Day - 12x3 - 04AM
Scheduled Hours
36
Job Order Details
Start Date
06/23/2025
End Date
09/22/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title: Director of Nursing (DNS)
Job Specialty: Nursing Administration
Job Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
Experience: Minimum six months in a nursing facility
License: Active Oregon RN Licensure
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Must-Have: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN), Graduate of an accredited program of nursing education
Job Description:
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the healthcare organization.
- Maintain, interpret, and adhere to facility policies and procedures.
- Ensure continuous delivery of high-quality nursing services by implementing evidence-based practices and standards.
- Develop, implement, and revise nursing policies and procedures to maintain nursing guidelines.
- Recruit, select, and orient qualified nursing personnel.
- Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, participate in webinars, establish professional networks, and join professional organizations to maintain professional and technical knowledge.
- Ensure nursing personnel comply with licensure, certifications, professional development, and regulatory standards.
- Design and implement performance improvement projects to enhance care quality and patient/family experiences.
- Organize problem-solving and effective communication systems for departments and act as a liaison between ancillary departments and medical staff.
- Interpret, support, and execute procedures and policies as designated by the Administrator.
- Ensure the Nursing Services Department adheres to State and Federal rules and regulations concerning resident care delivery.
- Maintain a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, including various audits and an Antibiotic Stewardship program.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the QAPI program by observing trends and direct plan corrections accordingly.
- Attend and direct quarterly QAPI meetings in conjunction with the Administrator.
- Ensure medications, treatments, and care plans are administered as ordered in collaboration with the RN Care Manager.
- Assist with communication during State Surveys and write plans for correction.
- Coordinate nursing service functions and activities with other departments.
- Meet with the RN Care Manager daily to discuss resident conditions and nursing care delivery.
- Assist RN Care Manager in assessing resident conditions and making decisions on medical interventions.
- Evaluate nursing care delivery by making daily rounds.
- Attend resident care planning conferences and coordinate service provision with other healthcare providers.
- Notify physicians of needed visits when necessary and involve the Medical Director as needed.
- Develop and maintain personnel policies for recruitment, orientation, in-service education, evaluation, and termination of staff.
- Conduct interviews, review job descriptions, and ensure complete employee files and adequate orientation.
- Ensure staff is adequately supervised and educated according to facility QAPI trends.
- Maintain written staffing plans and supervise delegated staffing responsibilities.
- Work as a Charge Nurse on the floor as necessary, ensuring staff performs duties professionally and efficiently.
- Act as a Grievance Officer and conduct employee performance evaluations, counseling, and disciplinary actions.
- Support change processes and provide input as necessary.
- Determine Nursing Staff capacity for resident admissions and assist with intakes and admission decisions.
- Maintain adequate supplies for nursing care delivery and establish priorities efficiently.
- Develop a budget in collaboration with the Administrator and remain within budget or communicate additional needs.
- Interact professionally with interdisciplinary team members and residents' families.
- Participate in educating staff, residents, and families on healthcare practices and policies.
Client Details
Address
112 E 5th St
City
Prairie City
State
OR
Zip Code
97869
Job Board Disclaimer
By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe.
Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.