Director of Nursing Sign on Bonus
Company: Vetras Healthcare LLC
Location: Torrington
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description:\n\n AREA OF SUPERVISION: Assist
Director of Nursing, RN, LPN, NA, CNA, Restorative Aide, and all
other nursing staff and coordinate care with other department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and maintain the
nursing-service objectives, standards of nursing practice, nursing
policy and procedures manuals, written job descriptions for each
level of nursing personnel; make daily rounds, coordinate nursing
services with other resident services; staff the recommended number
and levels of nursing personnel to be employed; and staff
development. Participate in planning, budgeting, and the
development and implementation of resident-care policies; plan and
conduct orientation programs for personnel; plan and conduct
scheduled in-service training for all direct resident-care
personnel; participate in medical reviews as dictated by the
resident’s levels of care. The person holding this position is
delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties
and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal
and state regulations and established company policies and
procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manages nursing employees in the
provision of care and services to residentsRecommends numbers and
types of nursing personnel necessary to provide care and to
maintain compliance with facility mission and with regulations.
Develops staffing plans that assure sufficient numbers of
qualified, competent nursing staff to meet resident care needs.
Ensures 24 hour availability as nursing administration resource by
providing on-call and telephone access or designating an alternate,
qualified nursing staff member to do so. Provides direction to
nursing staff to execute tasks necessary to implement operational
objectives.Establishes criteria to assure that services provided
meet established standards of quality.Supervises development of
in-service education programs designed to equip nursing staff with
sufficient knowledge and skills to provide nursing and nursing
related services to each resident.Provides regular performance
reviews, take appropriate job actions, review job actions taken by
subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and
performance standards and perform all essential functions of their
respective jobs.Performs essential functions of Charge Nurse if
needed.Maintain current skills and knowledge through continuing
education and apply information to job responsibilities. Develops
nursing policies and procedures that reflect current clinical
practice, professional standards, and facility philosophy of
care.Communicate and interpret policies and procedures to nursing
staff.Monitors practice for effective implementation.Establish
criteria to assure that services provided meet established
standards of quality.Compliance with and communication to staff of
facility policies and procedures for workplace safety, including
infection control procedures, application of universal precautions
for blood borne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment,
and handling of hazardous materials.Communicate emergency and
disaster procedures of facility to nursing staff Ensure provision
of nursing and nursing related services to attain or maintain the
highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho social well-being
of residents.Direct or provide staff to direct care needs of
residents.Conduct or provide staff to conduct resident assessments
as required, developing plans of care, evaluating residents’
responses to interventions, and documenting clinical records
effectively in compliance with state and federal
requirementsEstablish and implement or provide staff to establish
and implement an infection control program designed to provide a
safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to prevent the
development and transmission of disease and infection.Review or
provide staff to review infection control surveillance reports to
identify trends and to develop effective actions to control and
prevent infections in the facility.Establish and implement or
provide staff to establish and implement restorative care program
for residents.Communicate directly with residents, families,
medical staff, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members and
Department Heads to coordinate care and services, implement plans
of care, maintain quality of care, quality of life, and a homelike
environment for all residents.Review 24 hour report daily to ensure
timely, effective responses to significant changes in condition,
transfers, discharges, use of physical or chemical restraints,
unexplained injuries, potential abuse or neglect, medication
errors, loss of resident property, or any evidence of resident or
family dissatisfaction, keeping Administrator informed of findings
and results.Act as a role for facility staff on promotion and
respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident
in all interactions.Order nursing related and central supplies as
necessary.Coordinate admissions, room assignments, and discharges
of residents.Assure a registered nurse screens residents for goal
directed therapy soon after admission or re-admission according to
procedures.Ensure maintenance of confidentiality of resident
information by self and all nursing staff.Ensure self and all
nursing staff care for and use resident property with honesty and
integrity at all times.Ensure safety of all residents, visitors and
staff.Insure staff attends annual fire safety training.Consider
safety first and never extend beyond knowledge and
experience.Report unsafe conditions immediately.Submits
accident/incident reports.Investigate on-the-job injuries and
correct the problem and/or restrictions the employee may have as
necessary. Obtain approval from Hr Director prior to
accommodations.Serves as an active member of the Quality Assurance
Committee which also includes infection control and safety
committee functions.Provides fiscal management for department
operations to ensure proper utilization of finances.Plans,
schedule, supervise and inspect Nursing Department to ensure
schedules are met, budget constraints are adhered to and quality of
work is high.Purchases nursing products from vendors approved by
the facility.Maintains cost records and works to meet budget
guidelines.Schedules required major equipment purchase and special
projects as preapproved and assigned.Purchases equipment and
supplies as necessary or required. All purchases must be
preapproved.Reviews billing from vendors for accuracy.Meets budget
guidelines for nursing supplies and labor costsSupervises all
personnel in the department.Supervises staff which involves
interviewing, hiring, training, motivating, performance
evaluations, wage administration, discipline, safe work practices,
and termination.Hires qualified competent nursing staff to provide
nursing and nursing related services.Assures that all nursing staff
attends required training in hazardous communication and safety as
established by OSHA guidelines.Maintains safe working conditions
and practices in the departmentTrains staff in proper work
practices when they are oriented to the department and continues
safety and infection control training on a regular basis.Supervise
development of in-service education programs designed to equip
nursing staff with sufficient knowledge and skills to provide
nursing and nursing related services to each resident.Monitors
staff to assure they are following established safety and infection
control policies and procedures including body mechanics and
ergonomics.Maintains attendance record of nursing employees and
when appropriate counselsReviews schedules, time punches, PTO
requests to submit biweekly for payroll.Schedules work hours and
assignments also reviews and checks staff work performance and is
responsible to see that each shift is properly staffed.Prepare and
post work schedules at least by the 25th of the month preceding the
schedule. Assist Administrator with preparation for long term care
survey.Actively participate in long term care survey process by
instructing staff in matters of conduct and disclosure, maintaining
a presence at all times surveyors are on-site, and directing the
timely collection of information required by the survey team.Take
corrective action while survey is in progress if appropriate.Gather
and present supplemental documentation to avoid potential
deficiencies.Collaborate with Administrator to develop responses to
survey report as needed.Prepare and educate staff on regulations so
facility is ready for survey at anytime.Provide nursing leadership
to Administrator to formulate operational strategies and achieve
facility objectives.Participate in development of departmental
budget, providing relevant financial information to Administrator
regarding department financial needs and status.Consult with
Administrator daily about resident status, census, budget,
personnel, and other relevant issues.Provides input to Social
Service Director and Administrator regarding appropriate admission
of new residents.Collaborates with Physicians, consultants,
community agencies, and institutions to improve quality of services
to resolve identified problems.Carry out all duties in accordance
with facility mission and philosophy.Care for and use facility
property with honesty and integrity.Respond to change productively
and handle additional projects as delegatedPrioritize
responsibilities and completes projects within allotted time.Ensure
maintenance of confidentiality of facility information.Monitors the
provision of care and services to residents on all shifts and
evaluates regulatory compliance efforts.Performs daily rounds to
observe care of residents.Review records and interview staff
members, residents and families.Evaluate findings of compliance
rounds conducted.Gather and analyze facts, assess situations,
investigate, notify appropriate parties, resolve issues, and record
facts properly.Design, implement and evaluate actions to
continuously improve quality.Coordinate and conduct quality
assessment and assurance activities, including regulatory
compliance rounds to monitor performance and to continuously
improve quality.Develop program to gather and analyze data for
trends and to institute actions to resolve problems promptly and
evaluate effectiveness of actions.Performs related duties as
assigned or as the situation dictates. Risk Exposure Categories: X
1=Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids. 2=Tasks do not
involve contact with blood/body fluids but could result in
performing a Category 1 task. ___ 3=Tasks do not involve any risk
of exposure to blood/body fluids. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS These are
physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically
performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or
mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate
or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable
accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or
more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the
essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed
accommodation. Never 0 hours Occasionally (1-33%) .1 – 2.6 Hours
Frequently (34-66%) 2.7 – 5.2 Hours Continuously (67-100%) 5.3
Hours Standing/Walking: X Sitting: X Lifting /Carrying 0-10 lbs. X
Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs. X Lifting/Carrying 21-25 lbs. X
Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs. X Lifting/Carrying 51-70 lbs. X
Pushing/ Pulling 0-10 lbs. X Pushing/Pulling 11-20 lbs. X
Pushing/Pulling 21-25 lbs. X Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs. X
Pushing/Pulling 51-70 lbs. X Climbing/Balancing: X Stooping: X
Squatting: X Kneeling: X Reaching: X Hearing/Listening: Must be
able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers and
residents X Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Dexterity necessary to
handle and manipulate equipment and supplies. X Seeing: Must be
able to read reports, instructions, and observe residents X Color
Perception: (Red, Green, Amber) X Animals/Plants X MENTAL/REASONING
REQUIREMENTS __ Reading Simple X Writing – Complex X
Analysis/Comprehension X Reading-Complex X Clerical X
Judgement/Decision Making __ Writing – Simple X Basic Math Skills
EXPOSURES X Airborne particles __ Explosives X Muscular Strain X
Temperature X Caustics X Fumes X Noise X Toxicants X Chemicals __
High places X Odors __ Vibration X Electrical Current X Moving
Parts X Physical abuse X Vision strain X Slippery Floors __ Weather
WORK AREA AND ENVIRONMENT: Office, nursing stations, drug room,
resident rooms, and all other areas in the facility and on the
property; visits to other health-care facilities and offices may be
necessary; and attend seminars and meetings. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited educational
institution (school of nursing). Experience: At least two full
years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care with
proven leadership and management skills. License/Registration: Hold
a current, unencumbered license in this state as a registered
nurse. Continuing Education: Encouraged and required if necessary
to meet state regulations. Professional Memberships: Very much
desired and encouraged Job Knowledge: Working knowledge of nursing
services, rehabilitation, therapy, administration, supervision,
resident care, etc.; comprehensive knowledge of general nursing
theory and practice with knowledge of principles and methods
involved in instruction of nursing and auxiliary personnel; ability
to assess resident’s needs; familiarity with nursing facility
policies, regulations, and procedures; knowledge of application of
principles of personnel administration in assigning, supervising,
and evaluating activities of staff; knowledge and application of
techniques and methods of resident care; awareness of special diets
and their observance; use of medical and nursing equipment; and
knowledge of medications and their effects. Professional standards
and code of ethics must be adhered to at all times. A sincere
interest in geriatric nursing; maintain a good working relationship
with staff, residents, families, and others; identify problems and
make decisions; possess leadership skills, compassion,
understanding, competence, and be a visionary. Standards: Knowledge
of and ability to meet regulations of Center for Medicare and
Medicaid Services (CMS); State Health Department; OSHA Life Safety
Codes; Facility Policies and Procedures; Nursing Standards of
Practice; and Nurse Practice Act. BASIC REQUIREMENTSResidents
always come first, and their needs will be met unless there is a
conflict with the needs of others or the organization as a
whole.Residents, resident families, co-workers and visitors will be
treated with respect, dignity and kindness.Every employee is
responsible for ensuring the complete satisfac
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