Director of Nursing
Wellpath · Franklin, WI · 5 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Director of Nursing (DON) is accountable for developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and meet regulatory requirements. They work closely with the Medical Director to promote high standards of care and support the professional development of nursing staff to provide quality care to patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversees daily operations and manages budgets, policies, and procedures to align with facility goals and objectives.
- Organizes service delivery, manages resources, and collaborates with other departments, facilities, persons served, families, and visitors.
- Leads quality improvement activities, provides direct supervision, and serves as a resource and consultant to nursing staff.
- Monitors safety issues, evaluates service delivery and staff growth, and adheres to the organization's Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrates knowledge of risk management, clinical precautions, infection control, fall prevention, utilization of special procedures, environmental checks, fire disaster procedures, and alternatives to use with regards to seclusion/restraint methods.
Schedule
- 1.0 FTE
- 0800-1630 Monday - Friday
- Variable hours and days may be required to help support business needs.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
Experience: 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute setting recommended. Emergency Room, Communicable Disease, with Medical and Surgical experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
- Obtain and maintain CPR certification
Benefits
- DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
- Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
- Company paid life insurance
- Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
- Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.