Director of Nursing

Salary: $48.87 - $70.39 HourlyLocation : Waukesha, WIJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: NurPatSvsCrd 3/15/24Department: Health & Human Services DepartmentOpening Date: 05/17/2024Description The Waukesha County Department of Health & Human Services is recruiting for a talented professional to serve as its Director of Nursing at the Waukesha County Mental Health Center. The Mental Health Center is the site of the County's 16 bed adult psychiatric hospital providing assessment, intervention, diagnosis, and treatment for individuals with acute and chronic mental illnesses requiring brief intervention, stabilization, or other acute behavioral health services. Detoxification management services are also provided. The inpatient services are provided by a multidisciplinary team including County employees and contracted personnel including psychiatrists, medical doctors, registered nurses, psychiatric technicians, psychologists, clinical social workers, occupational therapists and support staff. This position has management oversight for approximately fifty inpatient nursing staff and two nursing supervisors. Administrative functions include scheduling and evaluating staff, directing infection control and quality assurance programs, monitoring budgets, developing policies and procedures, and performing activities related to CMS certification and licensure. The Director of Nursing reports directly to the Mental Health Center Administrator. In addition to the 16-bed inpatient unit, the Clinical Services Division provides an array of other programs. The Outpatient Services Clinic is located at the Human Services Center and provides services to children, families and adults. Support services are available to uninsured clients to access patient assistance programs and low-cost medication plans. The Mental Health Center also houses the intensive outpatient programs for adults including Comprehensive Community Services and the Community Support Program. The Director of Nursing oversees the nursing services provided through the Division's outpatient programs. Work Schedule: Business hours for the Waukesha County Department of Health and Human Services are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 4:30 PM. Although this position is primarily assigned to a Monday through Friday schedule, flexibility in scheduling is required in order to effectively manage the nursing services of the 24-hour facility.Learn more about working at the Mental Health Center here: Waukesha County offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system. Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards. Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be subject to work/education/certification reference(s) verification, a criminal background and driver's license check, and a Physical Exam consisting of an audio evaluation, Hepatitis B Titer, Physical, Rapid Drug Test, Respirator Clearance Questionnaire, Rubella Titer, and QuantiFERON blood test for TB. Example of Duties Under direction of the Mental health Center Administrator, to be responsible for designing, coordinating, operating, planning, and developing psychiatric nursing programs of the in-patient psychiatric hospital; to manage support operations of the hospital; and to perform other duties as required.Directs the selection, assignment, and supervision of the psychiatric nursing staff at the Mental Health Center.Provides feedback and coaching related to performance for staff assigned to the nursing department which can include the development of performance improvements plans. Supervises and directs appropriate tasks to the Registered Nurse Supervisors at the Mental Health Center. Plans, implements, and evaluates nursing procedures to provide quality psychiatric-medical patient care at the Mental Health Center.Coordinates the Psychiatric Nursing Services with other mental health and AODA services including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and residential care.Participates in the systematic review and comprehensive planning of mental health services and other selected human services areas.Participates in analyzing and evaluating total treatment programs for inpatient and outpatient services.Plans, coordinates, and implements in-service educational programs for Division personnel, psychiatric nursing personnel, and contracted agency staff.Assures adherence to hospital nursing, dietary, pharmacy, and medical records standards as required by federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.Serves as a representative to public community agencies, professional groups, volunteer agencies, and educational institutionsWorks closely with educational institutions to ensure a rewarding experience for students and staff. Provides information on patient care issues to other agencies such as police departments, group homes, and jails. Prepares and monitors contracts with service providers to assure contract compliance and problem resolution.Plans, develops, and implements special projects associated with mental health services.Coordinates the purchase of supplies, equipment, and capital outlay needs for the inpatient facility.Performs emergency government duties as assigned in event of Waukesha County Emergency Government declaration.Functions as the Infection Control Officer.Coordinates with contract pharmacy to ensure patients are provided with medications in an efficient, safe, and lawful manner.Reviews all Level I and Level 2 PASARR Screens for Waukesha County and coordinates with Social Workers from area Nursing Homes and other Long Term Care Facilities.Responsible for staffing the 24/7 operation of the inpatient unit; works with contracted commercial agencies when needed to maintain adequate staffing levels.Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with departmental staff, patients, community agencies, and the general public.Performs other duties as required.QUALIFICATIONSEssential Knowledge and Abilities Thorough knowledge of modern psychiatric nursing theories, practices, principles, and procedures and how to apply them to patient management problems.Comprehensive knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, and codes such as Chapter 51 and 55 of the Wisconsin State Statutes and Federal Codes such as Title 19.Comprehensive knowledge of the legal aspects of psychiatric nursing, pharmacy, medical records, and dietary practices and mental health laws and codes.Comprehensive knowledge of confidentiality statutes and requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.Considerable knowledge of psychopathology, mental health principles, and treatment techniques.Considerable knowledge of administrative, managerial, and supervisory principles and practices.Considerable knowledge of substance use and disability areas and their treatment techniques and objectives.Working knowledge of electronic health record, computerized department program software, internet access, database, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.Ability to utilize word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the Psychiatric Nursing Services with Mental Health Center activities.Ability to plan, organize, assign, and direct the work of others.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff, patients, community agencies, and the general public.Ability to effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Minimum QualificationsYou must meet these minimum Training and Experience requirements:Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing, health sciences, health care administration, or a closely related field.Three (3) years of responsible work experience in psychiatric nursing, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.Certification or eligibility to receive certification to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.Master's degree in nursing or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the work experience requirement. Supplemental Information About Us:Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"Location:Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site café and fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs. EEO/AA:Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County. For further information visit: This work assignment falls within the Nursing & Patient Services Coordinator classification which can be viewed here: The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.01 Have you graduated from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing, health sciences, health care administration, or a closely related field? Yes No 02 Do you have at least three (3) years of responsible work experience in psychiatric nursing, including two (2) years of supervisory experience? Yes No 03 Do you have licensure or eligibility to receive licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin? Yes No 04 Do you have a master's degree in nursing or a closely related field? This may be substituted for one (1) year of the work experience requirement. If so, list from where in and what. 05 Describe your employment history in mental health and/or substance use services programs. Please detail your work experience within an inpatient psychiatric setting. 06 Describe your experience in managing and supervising staff. Please comment on the scope of your experience regarding hiring, scheduling and reviewing performance of employees. 07 What is your experience with CMS and or JCAHO surveys for licensure and certification? 08 What is your experience with CMS and or JCAHO surveys for licensure and certification? 09 Describe your experience with providing staff education and training, including any training related to CPR, blood borne pathogens and infection control. 10 Describe your familiarity with electronic medical records and experience in the implementation and use of electronic records. 11 Describe your experience working with and presenting to committees and boards. 12 Describe how justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion relate to the position you have applied for. Required Question