Nursing Director

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement The responsibilities of the Nursing Director include lead clinical support functions and clinical operations; optimizing care workflows and other service delivery; ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance; serving as the link between executive leadership, management, and front‑line staff; directing nursing and other related and assigned operations while collaborating with interdisciplinary providers and leadership; applying current nursing best practices; managing healthcare‑related contracts; ensuring staffing and fiscal accountability; supporting organizational policy development and monitoring; serving as an executive team member; and participating on committees at Stockley and within the Division.

Requirements

At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care Nursing OR a Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing and at least two years experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care Nursing OR a license or temporary permit to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multi-state compact license.
Six months experience in budget development which includes developing a budget, analyzing financial data and making long and short range plans and projections.
Six months experience in developing policies and procedures.
Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.

Responsibilities

Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.