Director of Nursing (RN, BSN Required)

Job Summary

Position: Director of Nursing

Clinically Supervised by: Medical Director

Administratively Supervised by: Executive Director

Individuals Supervised: Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, and Medical Technicians

Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt

Purpose

To provide compassionate care to individuals suffering from addiction and mental health issues. The Director of Nursing will oversee and supervise a Nursing Department that adheres to nursing care that engenders a sense of trust and respect for the profession. The Director of Nursing will provide oversight and supervision to RN’s and LPN’s.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Registered Nurse with Bachelor Degree
in related filed.

Experience: Previous Director of Nursing experience in a substance abuse and psychiatric treatment setting.

License and/or Certifications: Unrestricted license in the State of Practice or compact license

Current BLS Certification required.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for all nursing services provided to patients receiving services

• Create and maintain policies and procedures that will ensure optimum patient care

• Oversee and supervise nurse managers, nurse supervisors, and nursing staff, Registered Dietician/LN, in a twenty-four-hour setting

• Available to staff at all times except when alternative arrangements have been implemented and approved by the Executive Director

• Responsible for oversight, maintenance, and ensuring adequate inventory of all medical and nursing equipment and supplies

• Responsible for ordering and ensuring adequate supply of all medications on the formulary

• Ensuring adequate staff coverage twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week and overseeing the recruitment and retention of employees

• Evaluate work performance of staff and perform staff evaluations as required per policy

• Attend daily clinical treatment team meetings

• Follow all policies and procedures of the organization

• Participate in Performance Improvement Projects

• Attend all Committee Meetings and other meetings as warranted

• Supports a system that adheres to best practice patient care in a safe and supportive environment

• Ensure Nursing/Medical documentation, Medical Assessments, Progress Notes and other medical documents are entered correctly in the Medical Record and meet documentation time-line standards, according to DCF, TJC and Payer standards

• Complete periodic Med Pass observations to ensure accuracy and consistency of process

• Schedule nutritional consultations, with staff RD/LN, as requested by the Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Staff

• Provide admission reviews for potential admissions into substance abuse/mental health program

• Assists with formulating and leading patient safety standards, creating protocols and identifying facility ligature risks

• Available to be on-call 24/7 and respond to concerns in a timely manner

• Provide training and supervision to supervisees and other team members

• Maintain professionalism both in conduct and in dress attire at all times

• Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPPA requirements as per policy

• Maintain the upmost ethical behavior with colleagues and clients to ensure the highest level of integrity in all work performed

Job Requirements

• Proficient in the English language, both in writing and speaking and able to communicate clearly to staff, clients, families, and other healthcare professionals

• Registered in Nurse in the State of Florida and possesses a Bachelors Degree in Nursing

• Knowledge of chemical dependency disorders and mental health disorders

• Knowledge of alcohol and drugs commonly abuse, as well as, the physical, emotional, and psychological impact from abusing substances

• Knowledge of 12-Step Recovery Program

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction including confidentiality, patient rights, ethics, and discrimination

• Experience and skills in the use of electronic medical records (EMR)

• Ability to work under stressful conditions

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Possess compassion and empathy

• Knowledge of social and cultural influences that impact mental health

• Maintain all licenses and certifications as required of the position

• Treat others with respect, inspire trust in your work, and uphold organization mission, values, and vision

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,507.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• On call

Ability to Relocate:

• West Palm Bch, FL 33409: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,507 - $110,000