Director of Nursing
About The Position
The Director of Nursing (DON) is accountable for developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and regulatory requirements. Working closely with the Medical Director, the DON promotes high standards of care and supports the professional development of nursing staff to provide quality patient care. This role oversees daily operations, budgets, policies, and procedures in alignment with facility goals. It organizes service delivery and resource use, collaborates with other departments and stakeholders, leads quality improvement activities, supervises and advises nursing staff, and monitors safety, service delivery, and staff development. The position requires knowledge of clinical and operational safety practices, including risk management, infection control, fall prevention, environmental checks, fire and disaster procedures, and alternatives to seclusion and restraint.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment.
- Obtain and maintain CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of supervisory experience in an acute setting is recommended.
- Emergency Room, Communicable Disease, and Medical and Surgical experience are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations and manage budgets, policies, and procedures to align with facility goals and objectives.
- Organize service delivery, manage resources, and collaborate with other departments, facilities, persons served, families, and visitors.
- Lead quality improvement activities, provide direct supervision, and serve as a resource and consultant to nursing staff.
- Monitor safety issues, evaluate service delivery and staff growth, and adhere to the organization's Code of Conduct.
- Apply knowledge of risk management, clinical precautions, infection control, fall prevention, special procedures, environmental checks, fire and disaster procedures, and alternatives to seclusion and restraint methods.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k).
- DailyPay, allowing employees to receive earned pay as they earn it.
- Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships.
- Employee Assistance Program, including free counseling and health coaching.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
- Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Associate degree
