District Director of Clinical Operations

About the Company FEEL GOOD ABOUT HELPING OTHERS FEEL BETTER A job with Kindred Healthcare offers some things you'd expect, and some you might not. There's the salary, of course, and security and benefits plus the pride you take in working for a company that's a nationally recognized leader in healthcare. But there's also the feedback you get, the hugs, the handshakes, the smiles, and even the tears of gratitude from the people you care for with your heart as well as with your hands. So consider a career with Kindred it's rewarding on many levels. About the Opportunity Responsible for directing and guiding the implementation of policies and procedures relating to clinical operations at the facilities, and ensuring that Kindred and regulatory standards are met or exceeded. Essential Functions: * Conducts on-site reviews of clinical operations, medical records and staff performance. * Reviews facility clinical activities and initiates corrective action/programs as needed. * Educates facility personnel in clinical and regulatory issues and Kindred policies. * Provides guidance and assistance to Directors of Nursing Services. * Establishes and maintains a peer networking system for DNSs. * Identifies quality of care issues and takes appropriate action. * Validates the clinical competencies of the SDC and DNS. * Ensures that training for clinical staff is appropriate to achieve successful performance. * Assists with the orientation of the DNS and SDC. * Performs other tasks as assigned. * Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.

Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in nursing.


Licensed as an RN in state of employment.


Five years nursing experience in a long term care environment. Two years management experience including responsibility for regulatory issues and performance improvement programs. Multi-site experience is preferred.


Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, state and federal regulations and Kindred policies and procedures regarding nursing standards and delivery of care.


Skilled in developing quality and performance improvement programs.


Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.


Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.


Knowledge of Long Term Care and Medicaid and Medicare regulations and standards.


Skilled in analytical evaluation.

Benefits Salary negotiable and commensurate with experience. In addition to salary package, Kindred offers a competitive benefits package. Please apply via online.

*Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Relocation funds are not available, local interest only please. Drug-free work environment.