Director of Nursing

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• Salary: $125,000 - $170,000 per year
• Hosted by Tim Lynott

We are a non‑profit organization, governed by a Board of Directors who live and work in communities throughout our service area. As leaders, employees, and volunteers, we strive to apply our values of dignity, comfort, trust, peace, hope, and stewardship in all that we do.

Founded in 2008 by two nurses and a chaplain, we started to provide hospice services in the Roaring Fork Valley. Our goal at Home Care & Hospice of the Valley is to enable patients and their families to live well in the comfort of their homes while dealing with difficult health conditions. We hope our care and actions can enhance everyone’s time spent together as a family.

• Motivated and collaborative team environment
• Assistance in purchasing individualized health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑term/Long‑term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K and Plan Matching
• PTO
• Mileage Reimbursement for Patient Affiliated Activities

We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Permanent Director of Nursing. This is a significant role in our healthcare organization, where you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the nursing department’s operations. Your expertise in LTC, geriatrics, patient care, and rehabilitation will be crucial in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality patient care services.

With your leadership, we aim to uphold our organization’s values and mission to provide compassionate, comprehensive healthcare to our community. This position requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience in a similar role.

• Oversee the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring high‑quality patient care.
• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements and align with the organization’s goals.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to identify areas of improvement and implement strategies to enhance patient care services.
• Direct and supervise nursing staff, providing guidance and fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Manage recruitment, retention, training, and development of nursing staff.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance appraisals.
• Participate in budget preparation and financial management of the nursing department.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to nursing services.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and satisfaction.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a similar nursing leadership role (e.g., LTC, geriatrics, patient care, rehabilitation).
• BSN from an accredited institution;
  Master’s Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Current RN license in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of nursing operations, including staffing, budgeting, and resource management.
• Proven experience developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in healthcare technology systems and software.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in nursing.

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