Director
of Nursing — Duties &
Responsibilities Manage nursing departments for private and public institutions across a
number of specialties Skilled
in orthopedics, neurology, medical, surgical, and geriatrics Train, schedule, and supervise junior nursing staff ensuring compliance with applicable standards
of care Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets ensuring cost effective operations Maintain working knowledge
of current medical technology, procedures, and standards
of care Utilize management expertise to enhance patient care while cutting extraneous expenses Oversee patient scheduling, admission, evaluation, and discharge Provide professional and courteous communication with patients and family Assist attending physicians with patient evaluation, monitoring, and implementation
of medical care plans Monitor patient condition, chart progress, administer medications, and perform routine procedures Educate patients and family members
in healthy lifestyles and disease management Offer guidance and support to junior nurses, lab technicians, and medical technologists Oversee confidential patient information, customer service, phones, and other administrative functions as needed Manage company inventory replenishing medical and office supplies as needed Demonstrate ability to remain calm and levelheaded
in high pressure
situations Perform all duties with positivity, professionalism, and dedication to high quality patient care