Athena Health Care Systems
Director of Nursing Operations
Athena Health Care Systems, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
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Director of Nursing Operations
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Athena Health Care Systems .
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. Athena Health Care Systems is hiring a Director of Nursing Operations to support the quality of care at our Massachusetts and Rhode Island skilled nursing facilities . Athena manages 20 facilities throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and the candidate must be willing to travel between locations frequently. This is a salaried role with weekly pay. The Director of Nursing Practices is directly responsible for the quality of care and clinical practice standards of the facilities, including clinical oversight, support, and leadership to the teams. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and oversee all established policies and procedures for nursing and other clinical services. Oversee Athena’s continuous quality management program. In conjunction with other operational director, revise the clinical quality improvement program as necessary. Coordinate with the clinical IT team to ensure alignment of clinical initiatives with Athena’s EMR platform; support implementation, training, and optimization as needed. Establish processes that lead to a systemic approach for improving the delivery of care. Oversee regional nurses and directors of nursing services, and clinical discipline leads (e.g., infection preventionists, wound care, staff development nurse); include hiring, training, performance evaluations, and duties. Assist with creating performance improvement plans for regional nurses and directors of nursing services and ensuring improvement goals are met. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding long-term care operations. Promote a systematic approach to quality assurance, resident satisfaction, and clinical documentation improvement. Serve as a liaison and consultant to interdisciplinary teams across all clinical departments, including nursing, rehabilitation, social work, and dietary services. Lead survey readiness efforts, including development and management of mock surveys, staff preparation, and survey follow-up planning. Collaborate with Infection Prevention, Staff Development, and Wound Care personnel to monitor clinical program effectiveness and compliance. Provide educational training to the directors of nursing services and other staff. Establish processes to evaluate outcomes of action plans in each facility to determine if performance improved and resident outcomes are positive. Identify weaknesses and strengths in care delivery and institute plans to improve performance. Qualifications
Must possess an active and unencumbered RN license in Rhode Island. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master’s in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred. In-depth knowledge of CMS regulations, QAPI programs, clinical policy development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. At least five years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills with the ability to influence and support change across multiple sites. Strong organizational and analytical abilities; proficiency in using quality dashboards and performance data to drive clinical improvement. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coach and mentor across all levels of staff. Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to long-term care facilities. Willingness to travel and provide on-site support to Athena-managed facilities. Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the public. Locations & Travel Facility locations include RI: Providence, Newport, Woonsocket, East Providence; MA: Sandisfield, Centerville, Sandwich, Plymouth, Haverhill, Lowell, Marlborough, Worcester, Webster, Southbridge, North Easton, Wareham, Rockland. Mileage is reimbursed. About Athena Health Care Systems Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England. Benefits
Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Employee Benefits Eligibility
Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempt, where allowed by state law. We are not including extraneous sections, links, or non-job content.
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Director of Nursing Operations
role at
Athena Health Care Systems .
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. Athena Health Care Systems is hiring a Director of Nursing Operations to support the quality of care at our Massachusetts and Rhode Island skilled nursing facilities . Athena manages 20 facilities throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and the candidate must be willing to travel between locations frequently. This is a salaried role with weekly pay. The Director of Nursing Practices is directly responsible for the quality of care and clinical practice standards of the facilities, including clinical oversight, support, and leadership to the teams. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and oversee all established policies and procedures for nursing and other clinical services. Oversee Athena’s continuous quality management program. In conjunction with other operational director, revise the clinical quality improvement program as necessary. Coordinate with the clinical IT team to ensure alignment of clinical initiatives with Athena’s EMR platform; support implementation, training, and optimization as needed. Establish processes that lead to a systemic approach for improving the delivery of care. Oversee regional nurses and directors of nursing services, and clinical discipline leads (e.g., infection preventionists, wound care, staff development nurse); include hiring, training, performance evaluations, and duties. Assist with creating performance improvement plans for regional nurses and directors of nursing services and ensuring improvement goals are met. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding long-term care operations. Promote a systematic approach to quality assurance, resident satisfaction, and clinical documentation improvement. Serve as a liaison and consultant to interdisciplinary teams across all clinical departments, including nursing, rehabilitation, social work, and dietary services. Lead survey readiness efforts, including development and management of mock surveys, staff preparation, and survey follow-up planning. Collaborate with Infection Prevention, Staff Development, and Wound Care personnel to monitor clinical program effectiveness and compliance. Provide educational training to the directors of nursing services and other staff. Establish processes to evaluate outcomes of action plans in each facility to determine if performance improved and resident outcomes are positive. Identify weaknesses and strengths in care delivery and institute plans to improve performance. Qualifications
Must possess an active and unencumbered RN license in Rhode Island. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master’s in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred. In-depth knowledge of CMS regulations, QAPI programs, clinical policy development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. At least five years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills with the ability to influence and support change across multiple sites. Strong organizational and analytical abilities; proficiency in using quality dashboards and performance data to drive clinical improvement. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coach and mentor across all levels of staff. Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to long-term care facilities. Willingness to travel and provide on-site support to Athena-managed facilities. Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the public. Locations & Travel Facility locations include RI: Providence, Newport, Woonsocket, East Providence; MA: Sandisfield, Centerville, Sandwich, Plymouth, Haverhill, Lowell, Marlborough, Worcester, Webster, Southbridge, North Easton, Wareham, Rockland. Mileage is reimbursed. About Athena Health Care Systems Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England. Benefits
Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Employee Benefits Eligibility
Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempt, where allowed by state law. We are not including extraneous sections, links, or non-job content.
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