Assistant Director of Nursing 1 Psychiatric- Inpatient (NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center, P27351
About The Position
Hutchings Psychiatric Center (HPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited hospital, is recruiting an Assistant Director of Nursing 1, Psychiatric (ADON) to serve as the Inpatient Assistant Director of Nursing (Inpatient ADON), who would provide nursing leadership to all nursing staff assigned to HPC's Inpatient units. As the Inpatient ADON you will report to the Director of Nursing 3, Psychiatry (DON), and assist in the management, oversight, and evaluation of nursing and direct care services including: Assisting with the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures. Monitoring nursing coverage plan for inpatient services. Assisting with the recruitment and retention of nursing staff. Contributing to the interpretation of rules, laws, regulations, guidelines, polices, and procedures. Monitoring and reviewing unit clinical and administrative needs through scheduling. Reviewing and complete performance evaluations and probation reports and monitor attendance of subordinate staff. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with various accreditation standards for nursing services. Ensuring Joint Commission and CMS Standards compliance. Ensuring active treatment/nursing documentation is complete and recorded for each patient. Responsible for safe levels related to unit acuity of inpatient unit staffing during off tours, weekends and holidays. About HPC: HPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals in the Central NY Region. HPC is committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities along with activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment for underserved populations.
Requirements
- Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State
- Bachelor's degree in nursing
- Two years of post-licensure professional clinical nursing experience working with individuals, at least 50% of whom have been diagnosed with mental illness, addiction, or substance use disorder. One year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Monitoring nursing coverage plan for inpatient services.
- Assisting with the recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
- Contributing to the interpretation of rules, laws, regulations, guidelines, polices, and procedures.
- Monitoring and reviewing unit clinical and administrative needs through scheduling.
- Reviewing and complete performance evaluations and probation reports and monitor attendance of subordinate staff.
- Monitoring and ensuring compliance with various accreditation standards for nursing services.
- Ensuring Joint Commission and CMS Standards compliance.
- Ensuring active treatment/nursing documentation is complete and recorded for each patient.
- Responsible for safe levels related to unit acuity of inpatient unit staffing during off tours, weekends and holidays.
Benefits
- NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
- Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
- NYS Retirement programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
