Director of Nursing

What they do

• Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN etc.).
• Guide staffing procedures.
• Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department.
• Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures.
• Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards.
• Control budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed.
• Manage record-keeping procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations.
• Report to upper management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as director of nursing.
• In-depth knowledge of hospital procedures and KPI/KQIs of patient care.
• Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting.
• Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare.
• Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration.
• Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel.
• Great communication and people skills.
• Outstanding organizational and stress management skills.
• Aptitude in problem-solving.
• Degree in nursing; Master's degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus.
• Valid nursing and CPR certification.