Director of Nursing / DON / DNS

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Director of Nursing Services:

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team.  Long Ridge of Stamford has built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Long Ridge of Stamford is a graciously appointed facility with strong belief in patient care and service.Join us at our well appointed 120 bed facility, located in Stamford, CT.  Help us be a leader in providing leadership to superiorclinical outcomes.

*We offer a great compensation & benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, disability/life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flex medical spending plan and 401K.

Responsibilities
*Manages nursing department in nursing center to maintain quality standards of care, and advises medical staff, department heads, and Administrator in matters related to nursing service.
*Interprets nursing philosophy and establishes departmental goals and objectives.
*Institutes organizational structure and communications systems which include all levels of nursing staff to promote effective care delivery.
*Directs the nursing staff in its entirety. May exercise direction over the entire center staff in the absence of the Administrator.

equirements:

* 2+  years nursing supervisory experience required, preferably as ADON or DON.

*1-6 years in long-term or acute health care experience preferred.

*Travel as required for regional or corporate meetings and marketing duties.

*Currently licensed as RN in CT.