Director Of Nursing Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college is required and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years as an RN with supervisory experience.
• Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge of nursing best practices.
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, physical health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse.
• Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments.
• Knowledge of behavioral healthcare medical terminology.
• Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.
• Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and enforce established nursing protocols and policies.
• Monitor outcomes.
• Implement evidence-based practices to maintain high-quality care across the facilities.
• Administer medications.
• Analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.
• Communicate effectively to facilitate treatment and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Perform medical interviews to obtain information and formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals.
• Promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among co-workers and representatives in the community.
• Record data and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines.
• Respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner.
• Work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Drive and travel to Horizon worksites, transport clients, and provide services to clients at other locations.
• Attend trainings and Horizon meetings, which may require travel to various Horizon sites.
• Participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training, including verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques.

Benefits

• Full-time benefits
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Life insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Generous annual leave policy
• Separate time allocated for sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Wellness programs
• Discounts at some local universities for continuing education