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Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Gardner Heights!
Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Nestled in Shelton, CT, Gardner Heights stands as a distinguished 110-bed skilled nursing community known for its exceptional reputation within the community.
Our commitment to providing secure dementia care, long-term living, and specialized short-term rehabilitation options sets us apart in the field.
Why Choose Apple Rehab Gardner Heights? The facility fosters a team-oriented atmosphere where collaboration, respect, and compassion are valued.
Employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth.
About Us : As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community.
Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.
Job Opportunity : Director of Nursing Services (RN)
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced RN Director of Nursing Services to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services Department.
Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality care within approved budgets and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive quality assurance program.
- Ensure adherence to all nursing policies, procedures, and manuals, updating them as needed.
- Coordinate nursing services with other resident services and facility staff.
- Foster inter-departmental communication and cooperation to address and correct issues promptly.
- Oversee proper resident discharge procedures and plans.
- Prepare reports and recommendations for the Administrator regarding department operations.
- Regularly meet with medical staff and assume overall responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Administrator.
Leadership in Department Development :
- Develop organizational structures, staffing, and directions within policy and budgetary guidelines.
- Lead the department's personnel function, including hiring qualified staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels, and conducting annual performance evaluations.
- Coordinate nursing staff discipline when necessary, providing direction, guidance, and counsel.
- Review personnel complaints and grievances, ensuring fair and consistent treatment in accordance with policies and applicable laws.
- Direct internal investigations and oversee incident reporting.
We are looking for a dedicated professional who can bring leadership, expertise, and a commitment to excellence to our Nursing Services Department.
If you are passionate about delivering top-notch healthcare services and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Qualifications :
- Must hold a current state RN license and be a Registered Nurse in good standing.
- Must meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements including at least one year rehabilitative or geriatric nursing and one year of nursing service administration.
- Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Demonstrates leadership and supervisory skills preferably in a long-term care facility.
- Must be innovative and able to find creative ways to serve the variety of employee and residents needs and maintain the customer focus.
- Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and the ability to work as a team.
- Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours which may include the following :
- Scholarships and career development opportunities
- Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
- 7 paid holidays
- Health insurance benefits
- Short & long-term disability coverage
- Access to Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance coverage
- 401K retirement program
- Longevity credit for dedicated service
Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth. Apply now to become a valued member of Apple Rehab Gardner Heights!
Note : Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details.
Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)
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