Lead Nurse

Promises Behavioral Health, LLC•Worcester, MA

10d

About The Position

This role is responsible for recruitment and retention of the nursing staff, as well as overseeing nursing staff. The Lead Nurse also occasionally collaborates with doctors on patient care and helps assist patients and their families when needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations that apply to the practice of nursing
Skill in organization and time management and the ability to prioritize responsibilities
Ability to make presentations before top management, public groups, and staff
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Intermediate skill in MS Office and electronic medical records
Skill in professional interaction and communication with clients
Demonstrate proficiency with OSHA’s Universal Precautions
Availability for alternate, evening and weekend shifts may be required to meet state and regulatory agency requirements and business necessity

Responsibilities

Oversees quality patient care by the Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses/Licensed Practical Nurses
Supervises daily operations of all nursing functions
Coordinates with the Executive Director and Medical Director to establish protocols and develop best practices
Implements and educates established protocols and best practices to nursing
Coordinates and/or facilitates staff training and development to maintain quality of care consistent with or exceeding industry standards
Oversees the Infection Control /Employee Health Program within facility specific regions
Hires, trains and develops assigned staff
Conducts annual performance evaluations for staff, including goal setting and counseling where appropriate
Conducts regularly scheduled meetings with staff to communicate issues regarding procedures, processes and overall departmental performance
Coordinates groups led by nursing staff weekly for Chemical Dependency Education
Maintains medical and pharmaceutical supplies at established par levels to ensure promotion of cost effectiveness
Coordinates staff scheduling and payroll
Serves on various organizational teams/committees and acts as a consultant to other departments
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director of Nursing or Executive Director