Director of Nursing
Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Stryker
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Join the VitalCore Team in Idaho! We're people fueled by
passion, not by profit.--- VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an
industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for---a
Director of Nursing / Registered Nurse at Corrections Center of NW
Ohio in Stryker, Ohio!At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining
and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to
providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand
how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work
environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard
work and dedication of our staff. DIRECTOR OF NURSING BENEFITS
PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:Holiday Pay: New Year's Day,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence
Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas
DayMedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceShort
Term/Long Term DisabilityIdentity Theft ProtectionPet
InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program and Discount Center401K & Plan
MatchingPTODependent Care Flexible Spending AccountAnnual Incentive
BonusDIRECTOR OF NURSING POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Nursing
(DON) is a supervisory nursing position who works in a correctional
setting in which nursing services are required on a 24-hour basis.
The DON supervises and coordinates the activities of nursing
personnel in one or more patient care units. The DON verifies that
patients' needs are met and evaluates nursing care and patient care
unit performance. They participate in the planning of work for
assigned units and coordinate activities with other patient
units/departments. The DON plans and organizes training for staff
members and works in partnership with the Assistant Director of
Nursing (ADON) if applicable, Health Services Administrator (HSA),
and Regional Leadership to fulfill contractual requirements and
achieve operational and clinical performance targets. DIRECTOR OF
NURSING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / PREFERENCES Graduate of an
Accredited Nursing School required. Bachelor or Master's Degree in
nursing preferred Licensed to practice nursing in the State,
board-certified or board-eligible in medicine, and has training and
experience providing services to an adult population To redefine
benchmarks for the industry utilizing core values, strong
partnerships, effective clinical practices, and innovative
healthcare strategies Specialty certification in correctional
healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health Professional:
CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional Nurse: CCHP-RN)
Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting,
with correctional healthcare experience is preferred Previous
clinical operations management experience is preferred; previous
direct management experience within a correctional health setting
is desired Knowledge of accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA &
state-specific), as well as experience with quality improvement
programs and clinical auditing, is preferred DIRECTOR OF NURSING
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the
health needs of each individual patient Provides quality oversight
in collaboration with site, regional and corporate leadership.
Provides clinical supervision to nursing staff. Implements
appropriate work structure and processes to accomplish goals for
patient care specific to contract requirements and healthcare
policy and procedures. Assists and supports nursing staff with the
provision of patient care. Organizes the delivery of safe,
effective, and efficient patient care Evaluates patient care
delivery processes on a regular, systematic, and frequent basis.
Provides written reports to regional team and clients as scheduled
or requested. Effectively uses data to identify performance
improvement opportunities, takes action to drive improvement, and
monitors progress through ongoing analysis of data and results
Facilitates the development of site performance improvement plans
and monitors site progress and reporting. Participates in and
contributes to the achievement of the site's key performance
indicators and Clinical Quality Initiatives as directed Facilitates
the completion of random and scheduled audits to assess site
compliance with contractual requirements, accreditation standards,
and continuous quality safety improvement (QAPI) opportunities. As
directed, facilitates the completion of the appropriate QAPI forms
and forwards findings/completed forms to Community/State
leadership. Participates and serves on site-level QAPI committee
Conducts at minimum annual accreditation readiness audits to assess
compliance with standards and identify opportunities for
improvement. Devises a mechanism to track compliance with
accreditation standards every day. As appropriate, develops action
plans based on accreditation readiness audit findings. Collaborates
with site leadership to implement plans and evaluate the
effectiveness of action plans and modifies plan(s) as appropriate
Anticipates healthcare delivery and contractual issues and deals
with potential issues proactively. Collaborates with site
leadership and clients to meet the goals of the service contract in
conjunction with regional leadership. Attends and reviews minutes
on a regular basis for MAC meetings, Disease Management/Case Review
and other healthcare-related site meetings. Reinforces and
strengthens client satisfaction and related goals Performs
screening interviews with candidates for basic knowledge, skills
within the corrections environment. Sets and communicates
recruitment standards and takes accountability for recruiting
effectiveness and compliance across their area of responsibility.
Participates in the selection process for open site positions.
Identifies high potential staff for development, promotion and
succession opportunat-hirePerforms at-hire and annual clinical
competency assessments and checks to promote the delivery of safe,
effective and efficient nursing care. To promote goal
accomplishment (site and individual level), policy compliance and
professional development, schedules aone-on-one monthly one on one
meeting with direct reports. Provides developmental mentoring,
formalized feedback, and coaching to staff. When appropriate,
develops individual performance improvement plans for staff not
meeting performance expectations Coordinates and monitors
orientation and onboarding activities of new hires and staff that
have moved into a different roles. Performs an ongoing assessment
of staff learning needs and facilitates in-service and continuing
education for nursing and ancillary personnel to promote
professional development and enhance performance Interprets
regulations and standards and communicates site and unit
performance objectives to staff. Provides guidance and direction on
state licensure, accreditation and regulatory agency requirements.
Ensures nursing practice conforms to state licensure, accreditation
and regulatory agency requirements in the clinical setting.
Verifies required annual licensures and credentialing requirements
for licensed personnel are met. Knows and ensures compliance with
licensure requirements Develops a monthly schedule for nursing
staff and nursing support staff to ensure a sufficient number of
nursing staff are scheduled on each shift with the appropriate
skill level. Monitors and makes recommendations to site and
regional leadership regarding nursing support and staff to meet
patient and contract needs Conducts at minimum monthly staff
meetings in collaboration with site leadership. Assists site
leadership with the development and maintenance of annual
operational and clinical performance plans under the direction of
regional operational management Acts as a liaison with other
operating units, agencies and outside officials. Ensures nursing
records are correctly maintained Participates in Pharmacy,
Therapeutic, and Strategic Initiatives, Patient Safety/Sentinel
Event Committee, Performance Improvement, Electronic Medical
Records (EMR), Utilization Management and other process improvement
committees/initiatives as directed or assigned Supports Company
Initiatives and the application of best practices in clinical
settings. Assists in the completion of special projects on an
as-needed basis. Works with others to determine where resource
support should be allocated on a prioritization basis. Participates
in the monthly Regional DON calls, initiatives and activities.
Performs other duties as assigned VitalCore Health Strategies is an
equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and
maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an
opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the
business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique
perspectives. Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, DON, Director of
Nursing #INDMG #ZR PI980b1f599142-25660-34303447
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