Job Description
Defining Wellness Centers is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team in providing exceptional care to our clients.
Responsibilities
- Supervise nursing staff
- Oversee nursing training, assignment/orientation of new staff to nursing
- Serve as a mentor for nurses
- Conduct department documentation related to medical services, including but not limited to: MARS, medication disposal, prescription refills, policies & procedures, medical profiles, chart reviews, and incident reports
- Keep up to date on Substance Abuse and Mental Health Evidence-Based Practice Nursing
- Directly, and through subordinate staff, supervise the assessment and monitoring of all newly arrived clients
- Review all medical documentation and conduct regular quality assurance and quality improvement reviews to ensure that all appropriate record-keeping is performed on a timely basis
- Assess and evaluate staff; develop methods to use and enhance strengths and to isolate and minimize weaknesses
- Act as a liaison with families when there is a medical concern
- Conduct medical department meetings
- Manage schedules for all nursing staff
- Ensure Nursing Manual is updated as needed and meets compliance with DMH and The Joint Commission
- Approve all admissions through Pre Decision form before the client is enrolled
- Fill in on shifts that are not covered as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or Physician
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BSN)
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi (required)
- A minimum of one year work experience in management/administration
- Preferred two year work experience in substance abuse and/or in an inpatient setting
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Nurse management: 1 year (Required)
- Substance Abuse: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: Brandon, MS 39047