Director of Nursing Hobbs County NM
Company: Wexford Health Sources Inc
Location: Hobbs
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Lea County Correctional Facility in Hobbs County NMDirector of
Nursing: $5,000 sign on bonus Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is a
member of the Wexford family: a group of the nation &leading
innovative correctional health care companies. At Wexford Health
Sources, Inc., ourphilosophy is that health care should not be
considered a luxury for anyone. We simply carefor those in need and
the corrections environment is our venue. POSITION SUMMARY The
Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for and accountability for
structuring, comprehensive planning and implementing the Nursing
Services Program that guides the delivery of a quality health care
program. Participates and/or directs planning, priority setting and
the development of policies and procedures for health care
activities that are in compliance with contractual requirements,
client, and national standards. Coordinate and monitor orientation,
in-services and continuing education within Nursing Services.
Responsible for coordinating and providing clinical orientation and
nursing in-service training. Coordinates the development, provision
and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of
quality care. Participates in and chairs the Utilization Review
Committee, Quality Assurance Committee and Infection Control
Committee; develops and implements procedures, audits and nursing
in-services. Receives and reviews daily outpatient and infirmary
reports. Submits all required reports on a timely basis. Conducts
regular meetings with nursing staff and ensures the practice of
nursing is consistent with current standards. Acts as administrator
on call for nursing emergencies or nursing staff needs. Develops
and maintains staff schedule for Nursing Services in accordance
with contract terms of nursing coverage. Responsible for making
changes in time schedules, and granting special requests for time
off, if applicable Serves as representative for, and/or liaison
between, Nursing services and other healthcare providers, as well
as Health Services Administrator, and coordinates patient care with
other departments. Keeps abreast and follows through on incidents
occurring on all shifts. Reviews all discrepancies in sharps and
tool counts, investigates, reconciles and forwards written findings
to the Health Services Administrator. Review all mediation errors,
and forwards written findings to the Health Services Administrator.
BENEFITSWexford Health offers a competitive benefits package
including: Performance check-ins with annual merit increase (if
applicable) Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation
and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through
BlueCross BlueShield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement
saving plan Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and
dependent care spending account Continuing education options
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSUREThe following requirements
list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education
and experience may be accepted. LICENSURE:Current New Mexico
Registered Nursing License EDUCATION:Graduate of nursing school
required; BSN preferred EXPERIENCE:3 years of experience in a
supervisory/leadership nursing role preferred; 2 years of
administrative and/or correctional nursing experience can be
substituted for BSN. CERTIFICATION:Current CPR certification
required. OTHER KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ABILITIES:--- Strong leadership,
communication, delegation, conflict resolution and interpersonal
skills--- Ability to function as a team player , coordinating
efforts with managers, peers and subordinates.--- Personal
qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to contract
and the Company s mission.--- Strong clinical/nursing knowledge.---
Strong verbal and written communication skills.--- Must possess
critical thinking skills and ability to independently solve
problems--- General math and analytical skills, and planning,
administrative and organizational skills essential.--- Working
knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word,
Excel and PowerPoint.--- Demonstrated experience maintaining
multiple deadlines.--- Ability to competently manage multiple
priorities simultaneously.--- Ability to work in a stressful
environment--- Must be able to direct facility staff to ensure
compliance with policies and procedures and completion of
organizational projects. EOE/M/F/D/V
Keywords: Wexford Health Sources Inc, Midland , Director of Nursing Hobbs County NM, Executive , Hobbs, Texas
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