What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday?
Now Hiring: Director of Nursing (DON) to Lead Our Psychiatric Nursing Team at Freedom Behavioral
We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our psychiatric nursing team at Freedom Behavioral, a 64-bed psychiatric facility for adult male patients in Ferriday, LA.
About Us:
Freedom Behavioral is dedicated to providing high-quality care to adult male patients with psychiatric needs in a supportive and therapeutic environment. Our facility is committed to compliance with regulatory standards, including those established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and we are actively seeking a Director of Nursing to oversee all aspects of psychiatric nursing services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversight of Psychiatric Nursing Services: The Director of Nursing will supervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and mental health workers to provide nursing care necessary under each patient’s active treatment program.
- Nursing Care Management: Ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized psychiatric nursing care plans, including medication teaching and management of the therapeutic milieu.
- Supervision and Staff Development: Provide leadership and training for all nursing and mental health staff, ensuring they meet the ongoing training requirements of the facility. This includes orientation programs for new employees and ongoing continuing education programs for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and mental health workers.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring that all psychiatric nursing services meet standards for care and documentation.
- Leadership and Consultation: Provide leadership and guidance to the psychiatric nursing team, acting as a resource for administrative, nursing, and direct care staff. Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with MSN oversight. Masters Prepared strongly preferred.
License:
Current RN License in good standing with the State of Louisiana
Skills:
Strong leadership skills, clinical expertise in psychiatric nursing, and a deep understanding of regulatory compliance related to psychiatric nursing services.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape the future of a growing psychiatric facility.
- Supportive leadership team with a focus on employee development and career growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Chance to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and staff within a dynamic healthcare setting.
