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Director of Nursing (40 Hours, Wareham)
Full-Time 30+ Hrs Program Director Wareham, MA, US
Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually
OVERVIEW:
Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.
SUMMARY:
The Director of Nursing will plan, organize, and administer nursing care and patient management in accordance with Gosnold policies and the appropriate nursing professional standards. This position will supervise the nursing staff in the areas of direct patient contact, provision of medical care, medication administration, and the proper documentation in patient records. The Director of Nursing must have knowledge of current practices in the treatment of withdrawal and their commonly associated medical conditions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSABILITIES:
Provide direct nursing services, including addiction related educationalpresentations.
Conduct ongoing supervision of nursing staff as guided by Gosnold policy and regulatorystandards.
Prepare and maintain work schedules to ensure efficient and appropriate utilization ofstaff.
Hire, evaluate and terminate nursing staff and nursing support staff in accordance with established policy andprocedure.
Prepare performance evaluations of nurses and nursing supportstaff.
Participate in development of an annual operating budget with Gosnold financial department.
Manage expenses within approved budget and prepare overtime reports and other documents as required.
Develop an annual improvement plan for the department and communicate with senior management on goal achievement, resource needs, and improvementinitiatives.
Collaborate with Gosnold counseling staff, administration and other departments to attain good working relationships and an effective patient care system. Serve as liaison to other departments and programs to advance common goals and resolve mutualproblems.
Interact and collaborate with area hospitals, health and human service providers, and pharmacies to ensure coordination of care. When necessary, represent Gosnold in area meetings, presentations,etc.
Develop and implement programs for nurses and supportingstaff.
Prepare reports, statistics, and other data to document departmentactivities.
Participate in program and corporate wide Quality and Process Improvement activities and initiate these activities in areas ofresponsibility.
Participate in Gosnold Committees, as assigned.
Maintain supervision records for nurses and hold monthly nursingmeetings.
Act as a clinical resource for nursing staff; mentors, precepts and maintains competencies for nursing staff.
Participate in on-call rotations during off-shifts and weekends, asassigned.
May be required to function as a direct care provider during times of emergencies and staff vacancies to maintain patient careservices.
Experience and ability to provide educational seminars to patients, staff, and the community at large.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred for this position. Gosnold will consider work experience and skill set that strongly aligns with the essential functions of this position in lieu of the preferreddegree.
Experience: A Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with at least five (5) years of experience in addiction nursing; at least two (2) years in an administrative or supervisorycapacity.
Skills: Ability to supervise, coach, teach, and train nurses. Excellent leadership and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively to achievegoals.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Licensure as an RN, NP or PA in Massachusetts. Current CPR Certification.
BENEFITS (based on full-time employment): Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Generous paid vacation, sick,and holiday time
403b retirement savings plan with employer match
Personal financial management services
Life and supplemental life insurance
Critical illness and accident insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pet insurance
Tuition assistance
Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
falmouth, MA, 02540, US
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