The Director of Nursing’s primary responsibility is to ensure the provision of quality nursing care on a 24-hour basis to the residents of the care center in accordance with Federal, State, and Local standards and regulations. The position exists to plan, organize, and direct the activities of the nursing department to ensure the delivery of quality nursing care with the goal of facilitating the highest level of functioning and independence for each resident.

Renders professional nursing care to residents and is accountable for demonstrating the ability to identify and utilize quality resident care. Observes and report symptoms and conditions of residents and administer medications as prescribed by the resident’s physician.

Works under the supervision of the charge nurse and performs routine resident care duties and procedures. Observes and reports changes in resident’s condition to the charge nurse, handles and treats residents in a manner conductive to their safety and comfort, adheres to instructions issued by the nurse and to an established routine, and performs duties in accordance with established methods and techniques and in conformance with recognized standards. All positions available **SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE**