Director of Nursing

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides management to nursing staff.

• Ensures proper nursing care is delivered to patients.

• Administers policies for documenting patient's conditions, vital statistics, diagnosis, and prescribed treatments.

• Provides guidance to nurses who provide treatment and administer medications.

• Assist family and patients with escalated issues.

• Tracks quality control, budgeting activities, compliance, and overall financial performance of the nursing department.

• Mentors and provides career development or succession planning to nursing staff and subordinate managers.

• Liaisons with staffing coordinators on matters of shift schedules and potential opening for nursing positions.

• Ensures adequate, properly prepared personnel carry out nursing service functions.

• Promotes optimum health care delivery.

• Establishes goals and objectives for the corporation consistent with organizational philosophy. Participates in budget preparation; manages budget.

• Manages and coordinates program activities.

• Coordinates program activity with other corporate programs and community resources. Ongoing professional staff development. Serves on committees, collects data as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.

• Understanding and knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.

• Ability to understand nursing functions in an inpatient and outpatient setting.

• Ability to coordinate a multitude of services across a broad range of nursing setting

• Ability to manage large teams.

• Must be able to handle a high noise level, such as in some patient care areas.

• Must be able to hear equipment alarms, overhead pages, and direct verbal communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Master's degree in Health Care Administration or Business Administration, or related degree required.

Years of Experience

Must be a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida. Ten years of relevant experience, including prior management experience.Experience working in a psychiatric hospital setting is required, with at least three years in a leadership role.

Certification/Licensure

A graduate of an accredited nursing school, licensed as an RN in the State of Florida.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing - 20%

Sitting - 80%

Squatting - Occasional

Kneeling - Occasional

Bending - Occasional

Driving - Occasional

Lifting (up to 50 lbs) - Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.