Director of Nursing (DON)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring an experienced Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations at the City of Las Vegas Detention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Director of Nursing fosters a positive work environment, sets clear expectations, communicates practice changes, advocates for nursing needs, and guides and supports staff. The role also involves recruiting, coaching, and mentoring nursing staff. All work must comply with applicable standards and regulations. The Director of Nursing manages nursing staff and operations to ensure patients in residence receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity, and health. The position collaborates with medical, mental health, and correctional staff; oversees quality improvement, staffing, budgets, supplies, training, and compliance; and conducts clinical rounds and staff education. The role also addresses workplace risks and participates in meetings required for contract compliance.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Nevada.
- Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is required.
- Three years of clinical and progressive management experience in a government or private organization providing comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services in a correctional healthcare or acute care setting.
- Ability to manage complex staffing matrices and clinical supplies.
- Excellent communication skills and proven experience leading, managing, and coaching medical staff through complex human resources issues and challenges.
- Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct healthcare services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
- Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to enhance patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
- Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
- Manage nursing operations, resources, budgets, and staffing schedules; hire and train staff; and conduct performance evaluations.
- Ensure staff follow current and new policies and procedures and the company Code of Conduct.
- Communicate with healthcare and correctional staff to coordinate patient care with providers outside the facility.
- Monitor compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, take appropriate corrective action, and ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards.
- Ensure healthcare equipment and supplies, including pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter medications, are appropriately stocked and available.
- Support staff in developing and maintaining problem-solving and nursing-diagnosis competency.
- Conduct daily clinical rounds in designated areas to review documentation, orders, and patient care plans, and ensure nursing staff understand and follow objectives.
- Conduct educational classes and in-service training, and train staff on new procedures and policies.
- Mitigate risks by addressing potential hazards, dangerous work conditions, and health and safety concerns, and report issues to company leadership and facility management.
- Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required for contract compliance.
- Foster a positive work environment, set clear expectations, communicate practice changes, advocate for nursing needs, and guide and support nursing and support staff.
- Recruit, coach, and mentor new nursing staff.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution beginning on day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Free continuing education and CMEs.
- Competitive salaries and employee benefits.
- Career advancement support within the company.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
