Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Director of Nursing
Gifford, IL
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

🔑 Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Staff Management

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to nursing staff and nurse managers
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate nursing personnel
• Develop staffing plans and ensure appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork and professional growth

2. Clinical Oversight & Patient Care

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered nursing care
• Establish and enforce clinical standards, policies, and procedures
• Monitor patient outcomes and implement improvements as needed
• Address clinical issues, escalations, and risk management concerns

3. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission)
• Oversee audits, inspections, and quality assurance programs
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to healthcare regulations
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and patient safety programs

4. Operations & Strategic Planning

• Develop and manage nursing department budgets
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and organizational goals
• Optimize workflow, efficiency, and resource utilization
• Implement new programs, technologies, and best practices

5. Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with physicians, administrators, and interdisciplinary teams
• Represent nursing leadership in executive meetings
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and families
• Promote patient satisfaction and quality care initiatives

🎓 Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN/MHA) preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of nursing experience, with 2–3 years in leadership/management
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance, and accreditation standards
• Proven leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills