Description:

This position is located in Toledo, OH. The Director of Nursing will be responsible for all senior, behavioral health programs. Within the framework of the objectives and policies established by the management firm and established policies, plans and coordinates nursing services with the medical and administrative systems. Participates as a member of the hospital's management team in planning and administrative decision making. Is responsible for patient care, as well as resource and fiscal management. Coordinates the staffing, retention, reviews, competencies and licensing with the Director of Human Resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the clinical care provided to acute and psychiatric patients to assure a high standard of care.
• The director of nursing must efficiently and effectively plan, organize, direct and implement a comprehensive institution-wide nursing program.
• Responsible for patient satisfaction
• Directs the implementation of an effective, ongoing program to measure, analyze, and improve the quality of nursing care, treatment and services.
• Works collaboratively with Chief Clinical Officer to evaluate data and implement change to improve Quality Indicators and Quality Measures scores.
• Develops, implements, monitors and adapts quality measures to ensure patient/customer satisfaction and clinically appropriate treatment outcomes.
• Assigns staff, evaluates performance, and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
• Investigates and assesses new products. In-service all new equipment and products to appropriate staff. Implement use of standardized equipment and procedures throughout the facility whenever possible. Assists with care and maintenance of patient care equipment and supplies.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, research activities, in-service meetings and workshops.
• They are responsible for training, appraisal, hiring and retention of the nursing staff.
• Budgetary responsibility for the development, allocation and evaluation of annual financial plan for the program, with oversight of CCO and CEO. Ongoing revision to ensure appropriate use of financial resources based on key efficiency measures as defined within the hospital.
• Communicates key information to associates and colleagues in an effort to enhance teamwork to achieve the necessary change and adaption to the healthcare environment.
• Follows established HIPAA procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information.
• Displays concern and initiative. Is resourceful and calm in emergencies.
• Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
• Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors.
• Seeks guidance and remains knowledgeable of, and complies with, all applicable federal and state laws, as well as hospital polices that apply to assigned duties.
• Complies with hospital expectations regarding ethical behavior and standards of conduct.

Requirements

Education: Master’s Degree in Psychiatric or Mental Health Nursing, or its equivalent, from a school of nursing, accredited by the National League for Nursing, or is qualified by education and experience in the field of psychiatry.

Experience: Five years of clinical and/or managerial experience in an acute care psychiatric setting is also preferred

Licensure: Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license to practice. BLS and Crisis Prevention Intervention certifications upon hire.
Skills: Demonstrates competence to participate in interdisciplinary formulation of individual treatment plans; to give skilled nursing care and therapy; and to direct, monitor, and evaluate the nursing care furnished. Excellent communication, leadership and mentoring skills. Ability to implement programs, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound business operation. Ability to follow all applicable policies and procedures, current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care. Experience with Microsoft Office programs. Skilled and experienced in budgets, finance, human resource, and all other managerial level functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Psychiatric care: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Detroit, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person