Director of Nursing (DON)

Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, psychology, public health or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Washington
• Minimum five (5) years prior experience as a nurse
• Minimum three (3) years experience in a leadership or managerial position in a clinical setting, with a proven record of improving patient care standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and staff
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs
• Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check (Federal and state)
• Able to work evenings, nights, weekends & holidays as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

*Preferred Qualifications*

• Master’s degree in related field
• Prior behavioral health nursing experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency of medical software and data management systems

*Addendum A: Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities*

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

*management/supervision *

• Conducts ongoing needs assessments to determine patient care improvement opportunities\\
• Establish clear, achievable goals for assigned team members, and how individual roles and responsibilities contribute to the organization's overall success
• Hire, coach, mentor, discipline and terminate employees, resolve conflicts
• Evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback on an ongoing basis; complete formal competency assessments and performance evaluations according to established THIRA timelines
• Demonstrate active listening skills, clearly communicate expectations, and facilitate open dialogue among team members
• Create and maintain a positive work environment that fosters employee motivation and engagement, and contributes to achievement of department and company goals

*nursing team administration*

• Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care
• Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care education programs, collaborating with other disciplines as needed
• Serve as primary liaison between Nursing team/staff, prescribing, nutrition, and all other clinical disciplines to ensure consistent cohesive multidisciplinary functioning
• Develops, implements, and ensures ongoing compliance with Federal, state, and accreditation standards
• Designs and manages initiatives to improve nursing efficiency and patient outcomes
• Serve as primary liaison between Nursing team/staff, prescribing, nutrition, and all other clinical disciplines to ensure consistent cohesive multidisciplinary functioning
• Collaborate with the Medical Director, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioners and Program Services leadership and their staff, to ensure comprehensive care of patients and their families
• Provide oversight of all Nursing services of THIRA Health programming; ensure adequate and qualified nursing staff for clinical service/coverage needs
• Maintain infection control standards within the facility, ensure employees and patients uphold procedures and standards as relevant
• Strengthen medication management systems and safety protocols
• Maintain Nursing Services budget and support maintenance of the Medical Services budget with the Medical Director
• Maintains safety rules and procedures that incorporate federal and state regulations and company policies
• Keeps the Medical Director and CEO up to date on patient changes, staffing changes, and other critical data

*Addendum B: General Responsibilities & Expectations*

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Support and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and client confidentiality; monitor documents according to company and HIPAA policies.
• Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel.
• Adhere to WA State Requirements for Mandated Reporting
• Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse clients and staff
• Adheres to THIRA Health’s compliance standards, Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy and Conflict of Interest Policy
• Attend and actively participate in all required THIRA meetings, training, and all other coverage, duties, and special projects as assigned
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and judgement with sensitive and confidential matters, including PII, PHI, and HIPAA requirements
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
• Maintain focus on THIRA’s core principles, priorities, and patient-centered culture
• Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, visitors, healthcare professionals, marketers, and the public in a professional, sensitive, and interpersonal manner

*Working Environment*

Work is performed primarily indoors, with both artificial and natural lighting. Equipment includes standard office equipment, i.e., computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, printer, and scanner. Physical demands include sitting, walking, standing, bending over, repetitive use of hands, and lifting up to 25lbs. Position requires close contact with all THIRA Health staff and mental health patients. Hours and days can vary within a Saturday through Friday work week.

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Job Type: Full-time Pay: $123,200.00 - $203,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty

• Psychiatry

Work Location: In person