Director Of Nursing
About The Position
The Director of Nursing supervises nursing staff, the clerk, and pharmacy technicians and acts as Nursing Supervisor. The role provides care to sick and injured individuals, supports illness prevention and health promotion, and ensures compliance with LaSalle Corrections policies, state directives, and correctional healthcare standards. The Director is responsible for the performance of nursing staff, the clerk, and pharmacy technicians and works under the supervision of the Health Services Administrator. The position also supports hiring, training, employee evaluations and counseling, and personnel responsibilities for the designated shift. Other duties may be assigned within the incumbent’s capabilities, as determined by management.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.
- Current license approved by the State Board of Nurse Examiners.
- At least one year of nursing experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Supervisory and administrative skills.
- Knowledge of medical procedures and evaluative processes.
- Demonstrated ability to use a variety of medical equipment.
- Ability to follow instructions from Nursing Protocols, Procedure Manuals, physicians, or extender orders.
- Ability to establish and maintain health records.
- Skill in relating to demanding patients in stressful situations.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a correctional facility.
Responsibilities
- Render first aid and assist the physician in treating serious accidents or illnesses.
- Treat minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions or nursing protocols, and maintain health records.
- Clean and dress wounds, operate emergency equipment, and provide follow-up nursing care as required.
- Prepare and administer specified medications and drugs, and assist in developing programs to prevent or control diseases and accidents.
- Monitor inmates restricted to bed rest or medical observation.
- Conduct cursory medical examinations during inmates’ first 24 hours on site.
- Conduct designated health services special programs as assigned.
- Promote positive social skills by modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
- Maintain accountability of inmates and property and adhere to safety practices.
- Ensure reports and statistics are kept and properly reported.
- Assist in hiring and training employees, perform evaluations and counseling, and ensure personnel responsibilities are met for the designated shift.
- Supervise nursing staff, the clerk, and pharmacy technicians; act as Nursing Supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
