PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to work as the Director of Nursing (DON) in the medical department at the Anne Arundel County Detention Centers located in Glen Burnie and Annapolis, MD.
Posted Sep 21 · “Previous management experience in a medical facility or more than 3 years experience working in an emergency department.” from the posting
Shift and hours
Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with flexibility for evening shift Available Shift: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with flexibility for evening shift and on-call requirements every other weekend
Unit and setting
medical department at the Anne Arundel County Detention Centers Provide health counseling to inmates/patients.inmates/patients
License
RN license Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland
Term
Permanent Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available).Full-time
Do you qualify?
License
Registered Nurse in MarylandLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of MarylandCheck your license
Experience
more than 3 years in an emergency department (if without medical facility management experience)Previous management experience in a medical facility or more than 3 years experience working in an emergency department.
Experience
management experience in a medical facility or emergency department experience
Experience
experience in health care delivery systemExperience in the health care delivery system.
Also asks
ability to multitask and good grasp of patient assessment skillsThe Director of Nursing is a fast-paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multitask and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills.
In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
Tuition assistance
Offered
Extra pay
Premium Holiday Pay
Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
Benefits
BenefitsMedical (Single and Family plans available)Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available).
BenefitsDental (Single and Family plans available)
BenefitsVision (Single and Family plans available)
BenefitsLife InsuranceWe also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Sick and Safe Leave Accrual, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.
Report to and meet with Health Services Administrator and Medical Director regularlyReport to and meet with Health Services Administrator and Medical Director on a regular basis.
Day to day
Prepare reports as requiredPrepare reports as required.
Day to day
Maintain a professional nursing attitude at all timesMaintain a professional nursing attitude at all times.
Day to day
Maintain professional working relationships with facility, unit, contracted, outside, and corporate staffMaintain a professional working relationship with facility staff, unit staff, contracted providers, outside service providers and Corporate Staff.
Day to day
Act tactfully and diplomatically at all timesIs tactful and diplomatic at all times.
Day to day
Function as a role model for nursing staffFunctions as a role model for nursing staff.
Day to day
Utilize established corporate and facility policies and procedures in decision-makingMake use of established Corporate and Facility policies and procedures in decision-making.
Day to day
Use factual data and sound independent judgment in meeting responsibilities and performing dutiesMust use factual data and sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of this position.
Day to day
Interpret and ensure compliance with PCM and NCCHC/ACA standardsInterpret and ensure compliance with established standards of PCM and NCCHC/ACA.
Day to day
Orient, supervise, and evaluate nursing personnel in collaboration with Health Services AdministratorOrient, supervise and evaluate the performance of nursing personnel (in collaboration with the Health Services Administrator).
Day to day
Receive final approvals from corporate staffFinal approvals must be received from Corporate staff.
Day to day
Assign and direct nursing staffAssign and direct nursing staff.
Day to day
Develop and monitor work schedules and provide coverage for adequate staffing levelsDevelop and monitor work schedules and provide coverage with appropriate staff to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Day to day
Maintain accurate records of controlled substances, narcotics, and sharpsMaintain accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Day to day
Provide health counseling to inmates/patientsProvide health counseling to inmates/patients.
Day to day
Conduct sick call and provide provisional diagnosis and treatment for selected minor illnesses and injuries
Day to day
Refer cases not covered by protocol or not responding to treatment to a PCM physicianRefer all cases not covered by written protocol that do not respond to treatment to an appropriate PCM Physician.
Day to day
Receive and give inter-shift reportsReceive and give inter-shift reports to ensure continuity of care and to disseminate pertinent information necessary to the functioning of the on-coming shift.
Day to day
Observe, report, and document symptoms, reactions, and progress and formulate a plan of careObserve, report, and document symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and formulate a plan of nursing care.
Day to day
Coordinate planning for future admissions and participate in pre-release planningReview, evaluate, and coordinate planning for future admissions,and participate in pre-release planning with other members of the facility staff.
Day to day
Collect ongoing data to determine nursing care needsCollect complete ongoing data to determine nursing care needs.
Day to day
Monitor nursing care promoting well-being of inmates/patientsMonitor nursing care which promotes, maintains, and restores the well-being of inmates/patients.
Hours stated
Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with flexibility for evening shift and on-call requirements every other weekend
Weekends
Every other weekend
On call
every other weekendAvailable Shift: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with flexibility for evening shift and on-call requirements every other weekend
Travel
Anne Arundel County Detention Centers located in Glen Burnie and Annapolis, MD
PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to work as the Director of Nursing (DON) in the medical department at the Anne Arundel County Detention Centers located in Glen Burnie and Annapolis, MD. In this role, the DON manages and evaluates nursing care delivery in accordance with PrimeCare Medical's (PCM) philosophy, goals, and objectives. The DON also ensures that nursing practice complies with established nursing standards.
Available Shift: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with flexibility for evening shift and on-call requirements every other weekend
Responsibilities
Administrative
Report to and meet with Health Services Administrator and Medical Director on a regular basis.
Prepare reports as required. Maintain a professional nursing attitude at all times.
Maintain a professional working relationship with facility staff, unit staff, contracted providers, outside service providers and Corporate Staff.
Is tactful and diplomatic at all times.
Functions as a role model for nursing staff.
Make use of established Corporate and Facility policies and procedures in decision-making.
Must use factual data and sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of this position.
Interpret and ensure compliance with established standards of PCM and NCCHC/ACA.
Orient, supervise and evaluate the performance of nursing personnel (in collaboration with the Health Services Administrator).
Final approvals must be received from Corporate staff.
Assign and direct nursing staff.
Develop and monitor work schedules and provide coverage with appropriate staff to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Clinical
Maintain accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Provide health counseling to inmates/patients.
Conduct sick call for inmates/patients and provide provisional diagnosis and treatment for selected minor illness and injuries defined by written protocol approved by PCM Medical Director.
Refer all cases not covered by written protocol that do not respond to treatment to an appropriate PCM Physician.
Receive and give inter-shift reports to ensure continuity of care and to disseminate pertinent information necessary to the functioning of the on-coming shift. Observe, report, and document symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and formulate a plan of nursing care.
Review, evaluate, and coordinate planning for future admissions,and participate in pre-release planning with other members of the facility staff.
Collect complete ongoing data to determine nursing care needs.
Monitor nursing care which promotes, maintains, and restores the well-being of inmates/patients.
Perform all aspects of general and specialized nursing care principles and techniques in the care and treatment of the ill inmate/patient within the facility.
Assist physicians during the performance of physical examinations and physician visits.
Perform initial inmate/patient physical assessment (intake screening) according to established written protocol.
Benefits
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to its employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Sick and Safe Leave Accrual, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.
Additional
Compensation
In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
Requirements
The Director of Nursing is a fast-paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multitask and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. Other requirements for the Registered Nurse include:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland
Previous management experience in a medical facility or more than 3 years experience working in an emergency department.
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