Director of Nursing Job at MediLodge, Kalamazoo, MI

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  • MediLodge
  • Kalamazoo, MI

Job Description

Director of Nursing (RN)

We invite you to apply and be part of a team that truly values your contribution. We offer competitive wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

Facility: MediLodge of Kalamazoo

Why MediLodge?

  • Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
  • Employee Focus : We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
  • Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
  • Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
  • Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

  • Medical Benefits : Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
  • Additional Healthcare Benefits : Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
  • Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
  • Benefits Concierge : Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
  • Pet Insurance : Three options available
  • Education Assistance : Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
  • Retirement Savings with 401K.
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Unlimited Referral Bonuses .

Start a rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!

Summary:

The Director of Nursing (DON) manages the facility nursing program with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

  • Valid RN license in the state employed.
  • Valid CPR certification.

Experience:

  • Three years’ experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or equivalent supervisory nursing experience.

Job Functions:

  • Plans and guides the professional development of nursing staff.
  • Rounds on unit at least once daily and assures that all clinical protocols and nursing policies and procedures are followed.
  • Develops and manages systems to assure clinical competencies and training needs.
  • Performs general management functions such as interviewing, hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees.
  • Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues.
  • Review time sheets for accuracy before payroll.
  • Participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members.
  • Participates in Employee Recognition Program.
  • Initiates studies to evaluate effectiveness of nursing services in relation to their objectives and costs.
  • Develops and manages staffing schedular system and nurse on call system while ensuring adequate nursing staff are available based on facility/census requirements..
  • Develops the department budget for approval, monitors expenses, and remains within budget.
  • Investigate and resolve residents/family/employee concerns.
  • Pro-actively addresses survey and/or standards of care issues.
  • Collect data to compile reports in a timely manner, and to meet deadlines.
  • Assure Pharmacy, dietary, physician consults are followed in timely manner.
  • Assumes complete responsibilities for the Center in absence of Administrator.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize.
  • Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.

Job Tags

Bi-weekly pay, Weekly pay, Daily paid, Temporary work, Flexible hours

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