About this opportunity
Westchester Medical Center lists this Director, Nursing opportunity in town of warwick, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Director of Nursing assumes authority, responsibility, and accountability for the delivery of nursing services in the facility in accordance with OBRA, OSHA, HIPAA, QA procedures to meet current objectives and State Federal Standards.
Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates the services provided by the Nursing Department including specific programs/services. Develops departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures. Organizes the Nursing Department in accordance with Administrative guidelines. In collaboration with facility Administration, allocates department resources in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Collaborates with other departments, medical professionals, consultants, and organizations, including government agencies and advocacy groups, to develop, support and coordinate resident care, related administrative functions, and to represent the interests of the facility. Monitor care activities and documentation to ensure the delivery of nursing care according to the physician's orders, care plans, and established standards and facility policies. Assure residents of a comfortable, clean, orderly and safe environment. Assure proper handling and emergency care of residents, personnel, and visitors while on the job or in the building. Assist in development of Patient Care Plans for individual residents including rehabilitative and restorative activities. Ensure medication administration is as ordered in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies. Identifies areas of personal growth to update both clinical and management skills May require weekends and holidays according to facility need.
Education
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing Master's Degree in Nursing or related field.
Other
If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
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Who can apply
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