Central Supply Director

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Job description

Position Summary:

The Central Supply Director ensures that appropriate supplies and equipment are available for the Nursing department in order to reach optimal patient care at the best pricing in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:

* Must be a high school graduate or equivalent

* Knowledge of medical technology preferred

Specific Job Requirements:

* Must minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment

* Must have basic computer skills

* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

* Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

* Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

* Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

* Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions:

* Must be able to order all supplies and equipment required by nursing staff with approval from management

* Must be able to store inventory in an orderly, neat fashion to prevent expiration and contamination

* Must be able to perform weekly and monthly cycle counts to ensure inventory levels are maintained

* Must be able to receive, label, stock, and distribute supplies from vendors

* Must be able to serve as facility apparel coordinator (orders and returns of uniforms)

* Must be able to stay current with vendor lists and buying groups

* Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

* Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients

* Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

* Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

* Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

* Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

* Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer