RN Director of Nursing

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Company: Life Care Centers of America

Location: Federal Way, WA 98023

Description:

Life Care Center of Federal Way is nestled between Seattleand Tacoma, offering a perfect blend of urban amenities and suburbantranquility. Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks, such as Dash Point StatePark, and a vibrant community with diverse dining and shopping options. FederalWay's proximity to the Puget Sound provides ample opportunities for wateractivities and scenic views.

LifeCare Center of Federal Way is seton beautiful Easter Lake in Federal Way, Washington. We offer inpatient andoutpatient rehabilitation services, short-term and long-term care and a varietyof other skilled nursing services to meet each patient's individual care needs.

We are currently seeking aqualified Registered Nurse (RN) Director of Nursing to add to our team of professionals. As ourassociate, we believe you are our most valuable resource. We provide anenvironment where you will thrive, grow, and always feel supported.

Life Care Center of Federal Way is well known for our extraordinary customer service, highquality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale & retention. We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privatelyowned, 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locationsacross the U.S .

Benefits & Perks:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts & Healthcare Savings Accounts
  • Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays
  • 401K Savings Plan
  • Student Loan Reimbursement (up to $9,000)
  • Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement ($3,000/Year)
  • CEUs, BLS, and CPR are provided in-house at no cost for applicable employees
  • Employee Referral Reward Program
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Employee Assistance Program- LifeMatters- FREE Mobile App - 24/7 Counseling (140+ Languages), financial consultation, legal consultation, online and assisted searches for: Child and elder care resources and guidance, adoption assistance, educational resources, personal security, home improvement, veterinarians, pet sitting, and obedience training
  • Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities
  • Fit-for-Life Employee Wellness Program
  • Discounts for Auto/Home Insurance, Cell Phones, and Pet Insurance


Position Summary

The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

  • Minimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or university
  • Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
  • Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related setting
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

  • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Collect, analyze, and manage data
  • Expert knowledge in field of practice
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

  • Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staff
  • Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staff
  • Assign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shift
  • Effectively manage department budget
  • Direct care provided by nursing staff
  • Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
  • Effectively manage and operate within budget
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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