Director of Nursing

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The Director of Nurse is responsible for upholding the standards of care established by regulatory and accrediting bodies. The
Director of Nursing provides oversight and direction to all direct care nursing staff. The DON ensures that the unit is staffed
safely and according to protocol; providing assistance as needed to the nursing staff with regard to decision making, clinical
judgement issues, medical staff communication, as well as providing direct patient care when indicated. Assumes nursing
administrator on call duties when indicated. Provides direct oversight to the nursing staff. Participates in the QAPI process with
monitoring, tracking and analyzing nursing data. Ensures the development of the nursing schedule in a timely manner.
Coordinates the performance of nursing care to patients within the scope of practice and in compliance with policies, procedures,
and standards. Collaborates with Human Resources on hiring and termination of employees in the nursing department.
Completes performance evaluations for nursing staff as scheduled. Actively works with Intake and the Service Development
Department to facilitate admissions into the facility in a timely manner. Maintains knowledge of admission criteria and
accurately documents admission criteria for new admissions. Functions as a member of the Utilization and Treatment Team to
participate in the communication of identified patient goals, interventions, and assessment. The DON acts as a resource for all
administrative, nursing, and direct care staff in formulation of policies, procedures, forms, and process that directly affect the
nursing department and patient care. The DON is charged with ensuring survey readiness through regulatory compliance and
quality standards of care. The DON collaborates on facilities’ projects and program development to oversee the safe accurate,
development, and implementation of patient care. Participates as a member of the leadership team within the facility.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education: Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing minimum, with MSN oversight.
License: RN License through the state board of nursing
Experience: One-year management or related experience in nursing
Additional Requirement
 Effective verbal communication skills
 Effective organizational skills
 Effective interpersonal skills
 Analytical problem solving skills
 Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions
 Proficient knowledge of PC computers
 Basic understanding of DSM V diagnostic criteria
 Basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
 Photo ID
 Social Security Card/Driver’s License
 Primary Source Verification of education
 Copy of clinical license
 CPR