Director of Nursing

Under the supervision of the Medical Director this individual is responsible for planning implementing evaluating directing and monitoring nursing care.  This individual has the authority to take steps to prevent or control the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents.

Responsibilities

The duties listed below reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

• Adheres to all DBH Policy and Procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH mission vision and values.
• The Intensity of supervision direct and/or close will be specific to the individual based on level and type of education experience and training.  Emphasis will be placed on assessing demonstrated competence during the probationary period when supervision will include at least the following methodologies:
• Observation of conduction of and contribution to department meetings and shift report.
• Review of data collection activities and nursing assessments.
• Direct observation of performance of primary nursing duties.
• Completion of probationary and annual performance appraisals.
• Daily verbal reporting of nursing activities to Medical Director or designee.
• Provides strategic direction for assigned departments setting and communicating short and longterm goals and planning/implementing special projects and policies.
• Oversees development of the annual operating budget for assigned clinical areas including appropriate requests for capital expenditures.  Maintains the operational budget.
• Directs the development and implementation of new programs and patient services for the program consistent with the facilitys goals and objectives.
• Develops implements and revises departmental policies and procedures to ensure that department services are provided in compliance with standards established by the facility and outside regulatory/licensing agencies.
• Coaches and provides constructive feedback to direct reports. Serves as a mentor for direct reports.
• Develops and implements strategies consistent with organizational performance improvement program.
• Conducts ongoing analysis and determination of appropriate staff mix to support patient.
• Monitors patient/customer satisfaction and ensures resolution of complaints/concerns.  Implements proactive measures to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Continually assesses staffing patterns skill mix and productivity reports to ensure the highest quality of service while preserving financial capital.
• Provides operational leadership to clinical departments on a daytoday basis to ensure patient flow and processes remain consistent throughout all departments.
• Provides leadership in the coordination of all performance improvement activities including quality outcomes measurement based on trended data.
• Provides leadership in fostering an environment of mentoring and development of professional growth within the department of nursing.
• Provides leadership in the development of plans and manages processes to measure assess and improve quality of care provided by nursing.
• Provides direction in the delivery of coordinated integrated patient care through the development and improvement of management and delivery systems.
• Coordinates and carries out assigned projects to support the facilitys objectives provides direction for operational and capital budgets for nursing staff.
• Ability to perform all job duties and functions of LPN and RN.
• Responsible for staff hires orientations disciplinary actions performance reviews and terminations.
• Conducts monthly nursing staff meetings.
• Collect data and compile reports for infection control safety and quality improvement on a monthly and annual basis.
• Responsible for flu vaccine for employees inclusive of acceptance and declination forms administering vaccines compiling comprehensive reports.
• Oversees Infection Control policies within the organization and ensures staff adherence to Infection Control Protocols.
• Fosters an environment of loss prevention and proactive approach to risk strategies.
• Collaborates with medical leadership in the interdisciplinary plan of care functions.
• Ensure infection control measures are implemented and followed.
• Fosters an environment of teamwork among all clinical areas.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Maintains visibility in all areas on all shifts through rounding and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.    
• Covers shifts when needed to ensure appropriate nursing coverage.
• Provides oncall support.
• Responds to emergencies 247.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a fulltime position. 

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Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Science and Nursing strongly preferred.
• ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) accepted.
• Management experience required.
• Holds a current RN license in good standing.
• Five years working as an RN with a minimum of two years of experience in leadership.
• Five years of experience working in mental health substance use or eating disorders field strongly preferred.
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain CPR AED and First Aid certification.
• Must possess a current Drivers License in good standing.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care we need to have a diverse team around us. Thats why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above wed be happy to consider your application. 

Additional Information :

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drugfree workplace and perform preemployment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives experiences and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime