Director of Nursing Services in Training (RN) at Avamere Family of Companies in Bellingham, Washington

Job Description:

Director of Nursing Services in Training (RN)

Category

Nursing

Shift

Day

Hours

Full-Time

Union Position

No

Location

St. Francis of Bellingham

Address

3121 Squalicum Pkwy

City

Bellingham

State

WA

Zip

98225

Overview

At Avamere, our mission is to enhance the life of every person we serve.
This includes our patients, residents, patient and resident family members, and our fellow co-workers.

WE OFFER:
Competitive Wages
Tuition Reimbursement
Growth Opportunities
Flexible Scheduling
Annual Wage Increases

Director of Nursing Services in Training (RN)
Full-time Position Available!

Avamere St. Francis of Bellingham
3121 Squalicum Parkway
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 734-6760

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist the Director of Nursing Services' efforts to direct the overall operation of our Nursing Service Department to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities/Qualifications/Skillset

Responsibilities:
Develop a written plan of care for each resident and review all medical and nursing treatments to ensure they are in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes.
- Implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the nursing department, and monitor the facility's QI, QM and survey reports.
- Assist in the planning, scheduling and revising of the MDS, including the implementation of CAAs and Triggers.
- Review and revise care plans and assessments, and ensure that all personnel involved in providing care are aware of the resident's care plan.
- Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care.
- Participate in and develop reviews of the discharge plans and prepare reports for the Care Plan Committee as directed.
- Monitor nursing care to ensure that all nursing personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures.
- Review nurses' notes to determine if the care plan is being followed.
- Determine the staffing needs and work assignments of the nursing department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents.
- Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for Resident Care Managers and Charge Nurses.
- Provide direct nursing care as necessary.
- Participate in state and federal surveys of the facility; assist the Administrator in reviewing deficiencies and developing plans of correction.
- Attend continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, and participate in/provide leadership for in-service training for nursing personnel.
- Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.
- Must have a minimum 1 years of experience as a supervisor in a healthcare setting.
- Must have a minimum 6 months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
- Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Facility Information

St. Francis of Bellingham is a long-standing skilled nursing community nestled along Bellingham Bay with views of the Cascade Mountains. The team at this 120-bed community has cared for seniors in the Bellingham, Washington area for over 30 years. Their services include: skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. They are conveniently located near St. Joseph Hospital.

With a 5-star staffing rating from Medicare, the team is primed to support their patients as they help them work toward their therapy goals.

St. Francis of Bellingham has an engaged team who values the support Avamere provides for programs like tuition assistance and mentorship. Several employees have pursued their nursing degrees through these programs. Some team members have been in the community for over 20 years.

They regularly recognize team members through their employee of the month program and other fun activities, like spirit week.

St. Francis of Bellingham also works regularly to give back locally through local charities, like Dementia Northwest.

The American Health Care Association recognized St. Francis of Bellingham for quality care as part of the Quality Initiative Recognition Program. They have also earned Platinum Level Achievement for exceptional commitment to wound care from United Wound Healing.

Get to know more about St. Francis of Bellingham on their blog and Facebook.

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Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer