Interim Director of Nursing RN - Norman, OK - Director of Nursing

Company: Titus Regional Medical Center
Location: Norman
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Interim Director of Nursing RN - Norman, OK

Interim Director of Nursing (RN) (DON)
Medical Park West
Norman, OK
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Medical Park West--in--Norman, OK has an opportunity for an--Interim Director of Nursing (RN) (DON)--to join our team!-- A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in long-term and rehabilitative care! If you are an experienced--Director of Nursing (DON), we have the opportunity for you.--
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We have a great administrative support team which includes: MDS Coordinator, ADON, Dedicated Wound Care Nurse, Dedicated Infection Control Preventionist, Staffing Coordinator and Weekend Supervisors to support the Director of Nursing.-- There is also great regional and corporate support to our clinical leadership.
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As the--Interim Director of Nursing (DON)--at--Medical Park West--in--Norman, OK.-- You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team that is recognized for their achievements and contributions.-- Come be a part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents. --We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more.
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At--Medical Park West--in--Norman, OK,--you will be a part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community in which we serve.-- -- We look forward to you joining our team!
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Responsibilities:

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• Maintains appropriate nursing service obligations, goals, and standards of nursing practices consistent with licensure requirements and the Nurse Practice Act.
  
• Oversees, directs, and coordinates nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices.
  
• Focuses on short term rehabilitation
  
• Participates in screening prospective residents as well as ongoing assessment of resident needs.
  
• Assures staff adherence to appropriate infection control procedures, quality assurance programs and OSHA procedures are followed.
  
• Functions as the liaison between facility and other outside caregivers.
  
• Conducts employee conferences, counseling, and evaluations. Participates in the hiring of new nursing employees and the orientation process to the facility and the residents. Assists in the ongoing in-service education of nursing staff.
  
• Responsible for adhering to the nursing service budget.
  
• Assumes responsibility/authority for decision regarding all aspects of nursing care, consulting with the Director of Assisted Living, Nurse Consultants, and other resources.
  
• Assures provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and nursing services according to care plans and physician's instructions.
  
• Monitors/controls inventories of drugs and supplies.
  
• Notifies the Director of Assisted Living, physician and family or responsible party in the event of a significant change in the resident's condition.
  
• Formulates plan of care based on a resident assessment and completes resident care attendant assignments based on needs of the resident.
  
• Attends all department head meetings, staff meetings and serves on appropriate committees as deemed necessary by the Director of Assisted Living.
  
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  Job Requirements
  
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  • Current, valid licensure as an RN in the State of Oklahoma is required
    
  • Knowledge regarding licensure requirements in long-term healthcare or assisted living
    
  • 2+ years' experience in skilled nursing, providing care to geriatric-age patients
    
  • Management/Supervisory experience required
    
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed
    
  • Strong written and verbal skills required
    
    
    

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