About the Role
Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing clinical operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention activities, and nursing staff performance. This role is for a strong clinical leader passionate about resident care, team development, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing department operations
- Supervise nurse leaders, managers, supervisors, licensed nurses, and nursing support staff
- Ensure adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and the facility master staffing plan
- Assume the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing in their absence
- Direct and monitor implementation of resident care policies and nursing standards
- Coordinate pharmacy services and participate in MDS and CMI management activities
- Lead or assist with infection prevention and control programs, surveillance, reporting, and education
- Serve as Workers' Compensation Coordinator as applicable to facility operations
- Address family, visitor, and staff concerns and assist with conflict resolution
- Issue preliminary disciplinary actions and support employee performance management efforts
- Monitor resident conditions, laboratory reports, incident reports, and infection surveillance activities
- Participate in resident care plan meetings, clinical rounds, and interdisciplinary meetings
- Ensure compliance with infection control practices, isolation precautions, and safety standards
- Participate in survey readiness activities and support state and federal surveys
- Contribute to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, including antibiotic stewardship programs
- Prepare reports, monitor quality indicators, and assist with performance improvement projects
- Personally greet new admissions on the next business day following admission
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator
Requirements
- Minimum education requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing
- Minimum experience requirement: 2 years of experience in a supervisory nursing position in a long-term care setting
- Valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License required
- Strong knowledge of state, federal, and local long-term care regulations
- Experience with infection prevention, quality improvement, survey readiness, and nursing operations
- Proficiency with electronic medical records, computer applications, and electronic communication systems
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to promote a positive, productive, and resident-centered work environment
- Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, staff, physicians, regulatory agencies, and external partners
Skills
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Infection prevention
- Quality improvement
- Survey readiness
- Nursing operations
- Electronic medical records
- Computer applications
- Electronic communication systems
Location
- Hamburg, NY
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisory nursing position in a long-term care setting preferred
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
Education Level
- Associate's Degree in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $81,120- $85,280
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
- Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Saving Options
About the Company
- Autumn View Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services throughout New York State.
- As a CMS 5-Star rated facility and one of Newsweek's top-ranked nursing homes in New York, Autumn View is known for its commitment to quality care and clinical excellence.
- Our team members enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment where compassion, innovation, and professional growth are valued.
- Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference every day.
