We have an opportunity for a Director of Nursing (DON/DNS/RN) at The Elmhurst Healthcare. The Elmhurst is a5 Star Rated facility focused on quality patient care. Come join our healthcare family and take the next step in your career! Our Director of Nursing is an RN, who demonstrates superb leadership qualities while being comfortable with change. Will lead by example and demonstrate a willingness and interest in helping out at all levels of operations. Your overall direction, coordination and evaluation of nursing care and services helps us maintain consistent, quality care. The ideal candidate will be a proven Director of Nursing with a successful DPH survey history in long-term care who is ready for a new challenge. Responsibilities Maintains and implements nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy, and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Demonstrates knowledge of and application of Key Clinical Quality Indicators, and proactively monitors and implements systems to achieve and/or surpass company thresholds. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Promotes customer service and hospitality and responds to and adequately resolves complaints or concerns from residents or families about nursing services. Coordinates and/or develops on-going QAPI activities for nursing services to monitor nursing compliance with standards and regulatory requirements through rounds, interviews, and record reviews. Compiles summary of findings for the Quality Assurance committee. Helps the Administrator prepare staff for inspection surveys. Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN) licensed by the State Board of Nursing in Massachusetts Bachelor's degree in Nursing, preferred At least five years of experience in a long-term care setting, with 3-5 years as a Director of Nursing Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care Must be an experienced leader with strong clinical skills Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records We offer a comprehensive benefits plans for you and your family including: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Paid vacation, sick days and holidays Next Step Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. Next Step Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity / Affi­rmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin. We want all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are a U.S. applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals with disabilities that are unable to use the online tools and is not intended for other purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr