Director of Nursing

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Job description

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Medical Director, this individual is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, directing and monitoring nursing care. This individual has the authority to take steps to prevent or control the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents.

Responsibilities

The duties listed below reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Adheres to all DBH Policy and Procedures.

Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH mission, vision and values.

The Intensity of supervision, direct and/or close, will be specific to the individual, based on level and type of education, experience and training. Emphasis will be placed on assessing demonstrated competence during the probationary period when supervision will include at least the following methodologies:

Observation of conduction of and contribution to department meetings and shift report.

Review of data collection activities and nursing assessments.

Direct observation of performance of primary nursing duties.

Completion of probationary and annual performance appraisals.

Daily verbal reporting of nursing activities to Medical Director or designee.

Provides strategic direction for assigned departments, setting, and communicating short- and long-term goals and planning/implementing special projects and policies.

Oversees development of the annual operating budget for assigned clinical areas, including appropriate requests for capital expenditures. Maintains the operational budget.

Directs the development and implementation of new programs and patient services for the program consistent with the facility's goals and objectives.

Develops, implements, and revises departmental policies and procedures to ensure that department services are provided in compliance with standards established by the facility and outside regulatory/licensing agencies.

Coaches and provides constructive feedback to direct reports. Serves as a mentor for direct reports.

Develops and implements strategies consistent with organizational performance improvement program.

Conducts ongoing analysis and determination of appropriate staff mix to support patient.

Monitors patient/customer satisfaction and ensures resolution of complaints/concerns. Implements proactive measures to enhance customer satisfaction.

Continually assesses staffing patterns, skill mix and productivity reports to ensure the highest quality of service while preserving financial capital.

Provides operational leadership to clinical departments on a day-to-day basis to ensure patient flow and processes remain consistent throughout all departments.

Provides leadership in the coordination of all performance improvement activities including quality outcomes measurement based on trended data.

Provides leadership in fostering an environment of mentoring and development of professional growth within the department of nursing.

Provides leadership in the development of plans and manages processes to measure, assess and improve quality of care provided by nursing.

Provides direction in the delivery of coordinated, integrated patient care through the development and improvement of management and delivery systems.

Coordinates and carries out assigned projects to support the facility's objectives, provides direction for operational and capital budgets for nursing staff.

Ability to perform all job duties and functions of LPN and RN.

Responsible for staff hires, orientations, disciplinary actions, performance reviews and terminations.

Conducts monthly nursing staff meetings.

Collect data and compile reports for infection control, safety, and quality improvement on a monthly and annual basis.

Responsible for flu vaccine for employees inclusive of acceptance and declination forms, administering vaccines, compiling comprehensive reports.

Oversees Infection Control policies within the organization and ensures staff adherence to Infection Control Protocols.

Fosters an environment of loss prevention and proactive approach to risk strategies.

Collaborates with medical leadership in the interdisciplinary plan of care functions.

Ensure infection control measures are implemented and followed.

Fosters an environment of teamwork among all clinical areas.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Maintains visibility in all areas on all shifts through rounding and regularly scheduled staff meetings.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Covers shifts when needed to ensure appropriate nursing coverage.

Provides on-call support.

Responds to emergencies 24-7.

Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time position.

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