Director Of Nursing

Director of Nursing

Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for an agency that truly cares about you? That's where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of North Spokane ("BrightStar Care") employees uphold A Higher Standard.

What We Offer:

At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

• Paid Time-Off Plans
• Free Training
• Employee referral bonus
• Enterprise Champion for Quality 8 YEARS RUNNING!
• Weekly pay w/ direct deposit
• Flexible schedule/Work-Life balance
• Every BrightStar Care location is independently owned and operated
• We promote from within
• HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice
• Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or in process!

Responsibilities

• Provides care as defined within the scope of the WA State Nurse Practice Act.
• Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the client's nursing needs.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.
• Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers agency policies and procedures.
• Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff.
• Plans and implements in-service and training programs.
• Oversees the maintenance of client clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
• Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care. Share information with appropriate organization personnel.
• Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.
• Plans and implements in-service and training programs
• Oversee the maintenance of client clinical records, statistics, reports and records for the purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities
• Helps in the development of organization goals. Help develop, recommend and administer agency policies and procedures

Requirements

• Current unrestricted WA State RN license
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Must have graduated from a National League of Nursing accredited program
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of clinical experience with one (1) year experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred.
• Clinical Operations Experience
• Reliable car/auto insurance
• Clean background and criminal record
• Understands regulatory compliance with state and federal regulations
• Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality
• Exceptional organizational and Communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff and delegate appropriately
• Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills
• Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
• Proven ability to build quality and implement improvements within the operation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Analytic/Critical thinker.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, staff and community.
• Treating clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
• Case management skills are a plus
• Policy development is a plus
• Ability to travel daily including weekends, nights and holidays as needed
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs