The Director of Nursing is responsible for planning, directing, scheduling and evaluating the activities, functions, and personnel to ensure delivery of high quality patient care.  Provides patient care/services for adults and geriatrics.

 

Exemplifies the Lackey Standards of Behavior and Code of Conduct, while striving to identify compliance risk through department led risk assessments, system monitoring, and periodic audits and reporting any identified violation.  Ensures immediate action is taken on any issues identified; that policies are developed or revised as necessary; and the efforts are made to ensure a positive and compliant work environment for all employees.

 

Education:

 

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.

 

BSN preferred

 

Experience:

 

Three or more years of progressive experience in nursing home management positions.

 

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:

 

Current Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse Mississippi.

 

Skills and Qualifications:

 

(1) Communication skills including verbal, non-verbal, and listening skills.

 

(2) Strong fiscal management skills.

 

(3) Demonstrated commitment to team effort, professional nursing practice and education.

 

(4) Ability to work in a collaborative management team.

 

Other Special Characteristics:

 

– Organizational/management insight.

 

– People skills – a warm, caring, approachable style with residents, families, staff and providers.

 

Benefits

 

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

 

Paid holidays and time off

 

Retirement plan

 

Stable and supportive work environment