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STGi is currently seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing-RN to provide services at The William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home

The William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home is located in Temple, TX. Our staff provides compassionate and specialized care to our nation's veterans. We focus on providing the best experience for residents and their families.

JOB SUMMARY: To plan, organize, develop, coordina te, and direct the Quality Assessment and Assu rance Program in accordance with current applicable federal, state , and local standards, guidelines , and regul ations, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care and safety can be maintained at all times .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

+ Assist in planning , organization and direction of Quality Assurance programs and related activities.

+ Assist department heads and staff in the evaluation of programs and effect changes as necessary to improve programs and assure compliance with regulatory requirements.

+ Communicate revised plans and changes to facility management to maintain awareness.

+ Coordinate concu rrent review studies performed within the quality assurance program, prepa re resu lting reports as requi red .

+ Establish and maintain tracking systems for recommendations of groups involved in qualit y assurance .

+ Develop and implem e nt appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies .

+ Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary fo rms , reports, etc . and s ubmitting to Administrator as r equired .

+ Represent the facility at and participate in meetings as directed.

+ Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents .

+ Schedule committee meetings and notify members of such meetings .

+ In the absence of the Direct of Nursing and the Assist a nt Director of Nursing may be considered to act as interim Director of Nursing.

+ Assist in developing follow-up procedures for monitoring identified problem areas .

+ Maintain a reference library of written quality assessment and assurance material , laws , etc. necessary for complying with current standards and regulations.

+ Assist in developing yearl y evaluation schedules for departmental studies.

+ Serve as chairperson of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee.

+ Serve as liaison among committees and / or department to focus on quality assurance in the ongoing operation of the facility.

+ Develop and participate in programs designed for in-service education, on-the-job training and orientation classes.

+ Prepare and plan the quality assessment and assurance department's budget and submit to the Administrator.

+ Keep abreast of economic conditions / situations and recommend adjustments that ensure the continued ability to provide quality care.

+ Ensure all quality assessment and assurance personnel are knowledgeable of resident rights and responsibilities , including the right of refusal.

+ Performs other related assignments as required .

Required Skills

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

+ Must possess a cu rrent , unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.

+ Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

+ Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

+ Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public .

+ Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long- te1m care and quality assessment and quality assurance procedures.

+ Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

+ Must be willing to travel as job requires.

+ Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives , policies , and procedures, etc., that are necessary for preventing and controlling infections, to include the establishing of universal precautions.

+ Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents and staff.

+ Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices .

+ Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition .

Required Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

+ Must possess a current , unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.

+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required prior to performing work, preferably from American Heart Association (AHA), or have the ability to obtain certification within thirty (30) days of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands and work environment described herein is a representative of those that generally must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

+ This position primarily involves standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending/stooping, pushing and pulling (typical weight of 5 lbs. and maximum weight of 30 lbs., approximately), and lifting (minimum weight of 5 lbs. and maximum weight of 100 lbs., approximately).

+ The position requires repetitive finger movements as well as hearing and talking on the phone and in person.

+ Must be able to continuously deal effectively with stress created by residents, multiple tasks, noises, interruptions, and work cooperatively as part of the health care team while maintaining a pleasant attitude.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification . It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.

STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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