Director of Nursing

Company: Stability Healthcare
Location: Antelope
Posted on: April 6, 2025

Job Description:

*Stability Direct* is thrilled to partner with a distinguished nonprofit healthcare provider in eastern *Oregon*. Renowned for its unwavering dedication to patient care, this organization operates a 25-bed critical access acute care facility that offers a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialized outreach clinics. With a strong emphasis on community well-being, they provide professional development opportunities, competitive benefits, and a supportive work-life balance, making them an excellent choice for healthcare professionals eager to make a meaningful difference.*Highlights** *$20,000 sign-on bonus** *$40 - $63 starting pay range** *25+ days PTO** *Medical/Dental/Vision coverage** *Retirement Plans** *Life Insurance**Position Summary*The Director of Nursing Services has administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability for assuring functions and activities of the nursing services department. DNS participates in the development of any facility policies that affect the Nursing Services department. The DNS is directly responsible to the facility Administrator. Ensures the compliance with resident care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in PI activities. Works with facility Administrator to assure competency of all nursing services personnel in areas of responsibility. Assists in formulating the budget and maintains efficient and effective departmental operations while required compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations, laws, standards and protocols. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.*Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:** Maintains, interprets, and adheres to facility policy and procedures.* Ensures the continual delivery of high quality nursing services care through implementation of evidence- based practices and standards.* Maintains evidence base nursing guidelines by developing, implementing and revising nursing policies and procedures.* Maintains nursing personnel by recruiting, selecting, orienting qualified staff.* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, attending webinars, establishing professional networks, participates in professional organizations.* Ensure nursing personnel remains in compliance with licensure, certifications, professional development, and regulatory standards.* Designs and implements performance improvement project within the nursing services that improves the quality of care and the experience for patients and families.* Organizes problem solving and effective communication systems for departments and serves as a connection between the ancillary department and the medical staff.* Acts as a resource person, interpreting, supporting and executing procedures and policies as designated by Administrator.* Has knowledge of and ensures that the Nursing Services Department adheres to State and Federal rules and regulations concerning delivery of resident care.* Maintains a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) for nursing services that includes: infection control audits; safety audits; skin audits; resident care audits; environmental audits; chart audits; nutritional/weight audits; medication audits and employee competency audits. Also an Antibiotic Stewardship program and ethics committee. These audits may be delegated to other Nursing Services personnel to perform.* The DNS is aware of facility trends and directs plan of correction of these trends.* Evaluates the effectiveness of the QAPI program by observing trends.* Attends and directs quarterly QAPI meetings, in conjunction with Administrator.* Ensures that all medications, treatments, and plans of care are administered as ordered in collaboration with the RN Care Manager.* Responsible for assisting Nursing Department and communicating with State Surveyors during annual State Survey.* Is in attendance during exit conference.* Assists administration with writing plan of correction.* Coordinates nursing service departmental functions and activities with the functions and activities of other departments.*Education & Experience Requirements** BSN Required. MSN Preferred.* At least 6 months in nursing facility* Graduate of accredited nursing institution* 30 CE hours every 2 years* Oregon RN License* BLS Certification*About John Day, OR*John Day, Oregon, is a small city in Grant County with a population of approximately 1,664 as of the 2020 census. Residents enjoy a sparse suburban atmosphere, with many owning their homes. The cost of living is notably affordable, being 18.5% lower than the national average, which makes daily expenses and utilities more manageable. Summers are pleasant, with average high temperatures ranging from 77 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit and low humidity, though nighttime temperatures can dip to around 45 degrees, offering a refreshing coolness. Surrounded by the scenic Strawberry and Blue Mountains, John Day provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and is in proximity to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, renowned for its significant paleontological resources. The community is characterized by its conservative values and offers a peaceful, close-knit environment for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.Job Type: Full-timePay: $40.00 - $63.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* GeriatricsSchedule:* Day shiftWork Location: On the roadby Jobble

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