RN Director of Nursing (DON) Sign on Bonus at Primecare

Manchester, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Management, Healthcare Delivery, Decision Making, Communication, Leadership, Clinical Competency, Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Health Counseling, Record Keeping, Staff Supervision, Compliance, Emergency Care, Collaboration, Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Includes a $15K Sign on Bonus paid out over 2 years Job description: PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to work as the Director of Nursing (DON) in the medical department at the Hillsborough County Department of Corrections located in Manchester, NH. In this role the DON manages and evaluates nursing care delivery in accordance with PrimeCare Medical (PCM) philosophy, goals, and objectives. The DON also ensures that nursing practice complies with established nursing standards. 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 performance of nursing personnel (in collaboration with Health Services Administrator). Final approvals must be received from Corporate staff. Assign and direct nursing staff. Develop and monitor work schedules and provides 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 report 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, participates in pre-release planning with other members of the facility staff. Collect complete on-going 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 performance of physical examinations and physician visits. Perform initial inmate/patient physical assessment (intake screening) according to established written protocol. Accompany and assist PCM Physician(s) during facility rounds. Assist dentist and psychiatrist as needed. Assign duties to PCM Medical nursing staff, provide instruction(s) on methods and techniques to provide care, review work in progress and collaborate with Health Services Administrator. Maintain confidentiality at ALL times. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: Licensed to work as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of New Hampshire Previous management experience of a medical facility or 3 years' experience working in an emergency department. Experience in health care delivery system. Decision making ability required. Ability to communicate effectively. Leadership ability required. Demonstrate clinical competency. BENEFITS: PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program. Company Overview: Correctional nursing provides a challenging and exciting world of opportunities for nurses today. In correctional healthcare, nurses are provided the opportunity to apply their hands-on assessment and clinical nursing skills on a day-to-day basis. Correctional healthcare is similar to working in an emergency room or a clinic. Each day is both challenging and rewarding in Correctional Healthcare. Nurses are involved in healthcare emergencies, physical health assessments, initial screenings, medication distribution, nurse sick call, and chronic care clinics. Nurses will also provide assistance to physicians, psychiatrists and dentists. PrimeCare Medical is dedicated to its employees. PrimeCare Medical will provide the knowledge and training to administer premier healthcare in the correctional environment. Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare! Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Responsibilities

The RN Director of Nursing (DON) manages and evaluates nursing care delivery in accordance with PrimeCare Medical's philosophy and ensures compliance with established nursing standards. Responsibilities include administrative tasks such as reporting, staff supervision, and clinical duties like patient assessment and health counseling.