Director of Nursing (DON)

Job Title:

Director of Nursing (DON) Senior Living

Location:

The Radcliff 276 Park Road Wood Dale IL 60191

Job Type:

Full-time
Shifts Available: Days / Weekends / Holidays

About Us:

At The Radcliff we provide compassionate person-centered care in a welcoming and supportive senior living environment. Our nurses play a critical role in maintaining the health dignity and comfort of our residents and were looking for dedicated professionals to join our care team.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Director of Nursing to coordinate the nursing team maintain a high standard of care for our residents and oversee all nursing this role the Director of Nursing will also establish goals for the nursing department and work diligently with the other members of our nursing staff to reduce the risk of errors and omissions while abiding by IDPH regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Supervising all nursing staff and CNAs

• Overseeing department budgets

• Reporting to higher management in the healthcare facility

• Maintaining high standards of care for all patients

• Managing patients data and medical records as confidential records

• Communicating with doctors residents and family members about residents health

• Recruiting training and onboarding new nursing staff

• Providing ongoing education classes

• Implementing new procedures and training Nurses on policies

• Monitor residents health and report changes or concerns to the physician and family as appropriate.

• Supervise and support caregivers and CNAs to ensure care standards are met.

• Communicate effectively with residents families and interdisciplinary team members.

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies.

• Oversee care plan meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of resident-centered plans.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a DON or other management role in healthcare

• Active Registered Nurse license

• Degree in nursing leadership nursing management healthcare management or a related field (preferred)

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills to interact positively with staff patients and patients families

• Extensive knowledge of nursing practices and federal state and local healthcare laws

• Strong written communication skills to compile reports and write evaluations

• Coaching skills to help nurses continue to improve their performance

• Ability to use electronic health records word processing spreadsheet and email software

• CPR certification required.

• Prior experience in senior living long-term care or assisted living preferred.

• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.

• Compassionate and professional demeanor.

• Ability to supervise mentor and work effectively in a team environment.

• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Full-Time Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Paid time off

• 401K

• Meals

Why Join Us

At The Radcliff we value the contributions of every care provider and team member. We are committed to fostering a positive and productive professional environment where all individuals are empowered to grow and thrive.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Radcliff is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Required Experience:

Director