Director of Nursing (DON)

LEWIS AND CLARK, located in St. Charles, Missouri is currently seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team.

Director of Nursing Duties and Responsibilities:

• The coordination of resident care with a “hands on” management style


• Strong organizational skills


• Develops, reviews, and revises nursing and clinical policies


• Able to work days but also willing to be flexible during a staff shortage or emergency situation


• Conduct employee performance evaluations and disciplinary situations to ensure quality care of residents


• Ability to multi-task


• Knowledge of Long-Term Care Regulations


• Ability to lead in the recruitment of qualified staff by conducting interviews


• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant


• Ability to focus on customer service and collaboration with other departments to develop, support, and coordinate patient care and related functions


• Promote an atmosphere of respect, professional growth, and encouragement for all nursing staff members and assure regulatory standards and company goals are met or exceeded


• Responsible for cost controls by monitoring the use of supplies and equipment

Director of Nursing Qualifications and Skills:

• Supervisory: 1 years (Required)


• Long Term Care: 2 years (Preferred)


• Registered Nurse License (Required)


• CPR/First Aid (Required)

Director of Nursing Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability


• Vacation and Paid Sick Time


• 401K


• Tuition Reimbursement


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