Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Director of Nursing - Crescent Grove Memory & Personal Care  Work With Us   About the Organization Find a career, not just a job at Masonic Homes Kentucky. Our team includes more than 600 professionals in fields such as nursing, hospitality, childcare and more. We would love to have you part of our team - passionate people, inspiring lives. We earned the Great Place to Work certification based on extensive ratings provided by our employees in anonymous surveys. A summary of these ratings can be found at https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7010137   Masonic Values   Benefits   Description This position is part of the Masonic Homes Kentucky Management team, responsible for the creation of resident-focused, high performance, high-commitment work teams that support the purpose of "Passionate People...Inspiring Lives". The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing the quality delivery of resident services and supervising the caregivers and clinical nursing staff members. Work Hours: Normal business hours are Monday - Friday, with evening and on-call weekends, and other hours as requested by the Executive Director to meet the business needs. Work Attire: Business casual or uniforms, as available on the Masonic apparel site, in appropriate color scheme as determined by the dress code policy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Essential Functions: Work with the Executive Director in building relationships and strong communication with residents and families to aid in their adjustment and identification of the resident's needs. Assist with developing and oversite of an appropriate care plan reflective of resident needs. Participate in care plan conferences to discuss the residents' status and review and update appropriate care plans, including medication regimen. Responsible for orientation, new hire and ongoing training, competency checks, communication, supervision and evaluation of caregivers and clinical staff. Meet with caregivers and clinical staff members to discuss performance as needed. Complete evaluations on caregivers and clinical staff under the guidance of the Executive Director. Ensure successful implementation of clinical policies, procedures and programs within the guidelines of state regulations and community policies. Responsible for the scheduling of caregivers and clinical staff under his/her supervision, call-in coverage, and work/shift assignments, on-call duties per direction of the Executive Director. Assist with the sales process by assessment and education of potential residents, families and third-party providers/referral sources as needed. Ensure that appropriate staff counseling and disciplinary actions occur in conjunction with the Executive Director and Director of Human Resources. Monitor residents' care needs and inform Executive Director of any concerns or changes related to the residents' physical, cognitive or emotional well-being that may affect the level of care and service resident needs. Ensure accurate Medication Administration Records (MARS) records, communicate medication changes to the pharmacy, and conduct audits of Medication Administration Records, medication carts, medication refrigerators, and treatment carts as indicated. Assist in the scheduling of ancillary services such as podiatry, dentistry, therapies, pharmacy consultation, labs, x-ray and other similar services. Communicate and coordinate with Physicians and Medical Director to ensure the medical needs of the residents are met. Develop and maintain coordination of nursing services with other needed services to ensure residents' overall needs are met. Monitor nursing documentation to ensure accurate and complete as necessary to be reflective of resident's needs. Provide leadership and necessary support during surveys/audits by government agencies. Ensure recommendations provided by a registered Dietitian is addressed in a timely manner. Oversite of wound program, including but not limited to, weekly measurements and documentation. Assist with investigations such as abuse and grievances under the guidance of the Executive Director and state regulation and statutes. Administrative Duties/Staff Management: Ensure community maintains a current inventory and replenish resident care supplies, as budgeted. Assist Human Resources Director and/or Executive Director with complete Workers' Compensation paperwork, modified duty and Employer First Report of Injury as necessary in the absence of the Executive Director. Manage caregivers and licensed nurses' hours by conducting a regular review of time clock and labor reports. Assist with development, maintaining and management of budget for nursing services. Plan and carry out special duties or projects as assigned by the Executive Director. Other Duties: Attend or complete (CEU's) in-service education programs in order to meet Community and licensure educational requirements. Be familiar with Infection Control Plan, Exposure Control Plan, Disaster Plan and Fire Drill & Evacuation procedures and know how to use the information. Maintain confidentiality of resident, employee and community records/information. Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment and abuse. Assist with the protection of personal property of the residents of the Community. Other duties as directed by the Masonic Homes Kentucky leadership team. Working Conditions Subject to frustrations in meeting work demands due to frequent interruptions. Fast-paced, required to make decisions quickly. Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. Expected work beyond normal business hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g. severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, staffing crisis, etc.). May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Physical Demands: Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Meet general health requirements set forth by the policies of the organization, which may include a medical and physical examination. Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, turning and stretching. Finger and hand dexterity required. Visual and hearing acuity essential. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions as necessary. Prolonged sitting, walking and standing. Lifting: this position requires exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 - 50 pounds of occasional force and/or 25 - 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10-20 pounds of force constantly to lift/move objects.   Position Requirements Candidate must possess an active RN or LPN nursing license. Candidates with five (5) years of experience in senior living or senior services preferred. Experience in staff supervision required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent organization and interpersonal skills are a must. Be proficient in Windows, MS Office, Outloook and Internet Explorer. Valid driver's license and proof of insurability required.   Category Nursing   Location Crescent Grove Memory and Personal Care - Louisville, KY   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Req Number NUR-23-00114   Work Day(s) Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday  Start Time 8:00am  End Time 5:00pm  Tags   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. 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