The Director of Nursing is responsible for providing effective and efficient clinical services at the facility and reports directly to the Administrator/CEO
Job Summary
The Director of Nursing is responsible for providing effective and efficient clinical services at the facility and reports directly to the Administrator/CEO.
This role involves supervision of nursing staff, ensuring 24-hour RN coverage, managing therapeutic milieu, and participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
The position requires maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local laws, developing nursing performance improvement programs, and fostering a cooperative team environment.
Matching Summary
The Director of Nursing is responsible for providing effective and efficient clinical services at the facility and reports directly to the Administrator/CEO.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Supervision of nursing staff
24-hour RN coverage management
Psychiatric care assessment and planning
Nursing staff development programs
Compliance with infection control standards
Coordination of risk management activities
Nice-to-have
Leadership and team building skills
Effective interpersonal communication
Problem solving and critical thinking
Organizational commitment and awareness
Creativity and innovation in leadership
Participation in interdisciplinary teams
Key Requirements
Master’s degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing
Master’s degree in related field with five years nursing experience
Three years nursing care to mentally ill patients
Bachelor’s, associate degree or diploma in nursing