What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Protouch Staffing?
Job Title: Director of Nursing-Vancouver, WA
Company Overview
We are a nationally recognized healthcare organization with a diversified delivery network of facilities across the United States. We specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, offering crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use. Our commitment to the psychosocial model of care aims to reduce suicide rates, addiction-related deaths, and the decline in life expectancy, while enhancing productivity within the communities we serve. Join us in creating a meaningful impact on patient care in a collaborative work environment, where your contributions truly matter.
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate, patient-centric, and goal-oriented Director of Nursing (DON) to join our dedicated team. As the DON, you will provide leadership and support to our nursing team while ensuring the delivery of high-quality care. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in behavioral health and nursing leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Company Overview
We are a nationally recognized healthcare organization with a diversified delivery network of facilities across the United States. We specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, offering crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use. Our commitment to the psychosocial model of care aims to reduce suicide rates, addiction-related deaths, and the decline in life expectancy, while enhancing productivity within the communities we serve. Join us in creating a meaningful impact on patient care in a collaborative work environment, where your contributions truly matter.
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate, patient-centric, and goal-oriented Director of Nursing (DON) to join our dedicated team. As the DON, you will provide leadership and support to our nursing team while ensuring the delivery of high-quality care. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in behavioral health and nursing leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the organization's philosophy of care, ensuring a compassionate and patient-focused environment.
- Supervise and lead the nursing management team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
- Act as a liaison between physicians, patients, referral sources, and employees to promote effective communication and collaboration.
- Oversee patient care, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high standards of care.
- Prepare monthly reports and maintain compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans for patients with complex needs, including chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, and geriatric conditions.
- Postgraduate degree in Nursing or a related field, or equivalent experience and qualifications; or a written plan to obtain these qualifications.
- Current, unencumbered license to practice nursing by the State Board of Nursing.
- CPR Certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
- Previous experience in psychiatric healthcare, particularly with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, and geriatric patients, is preferred.
- Strong experience in patient assessments, treatment planning, and communication with external review organizations or similar entities.
- Prior leadership experience in a behavioral health setting strongly preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Prior experience in behavioral health/psychiatric care preferred.
- Leadership experience in an inpatient behavioral health/psychiatric setting is a plus.
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Up to 16 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time employees.
- 6 paid holidays for full-time employees.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- UKG Wallet - Access your earned wages at your convenience through our partnership with UKG Wallet.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for career growth and development in a leading behavioral health organization.
