Director of Nursing (DON) Opportunity
Recovery Centers of America at Captial Region is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to join their leadership team.
DON Responsibilities Include
- Responsible for the 24-hour management of the Nursing Department and assuring that the daily tasks of the Nursing Department are carried out in accordance with facility policy and in compliance with State, Federal Regulations, and JCAHO Accreditation Standards.
- Perform an intake assessment which includes obtaining and reviewing prior medical records and medical or program-related financial data, documenting a complete medical history, assessing cognitive/verbal skills and needs and identifying barriers to accessing healthcare.
- Monitor patients frequently for changes in health status after initiation of a new medication, a hospitalization or recent decline in function.
- Consult with CEO, CFO, and Medical Director on a routine basis in support of organizational mission and vision.
- Interact with patients and families, clinical teams to promote individualized, person-centered and recovery-oriented treatment
- Create and manage the department budget.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate all nursing staff.
- Other duties as outlined in job description
Job Requirements Include
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from qualified nursing school and equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred
- State Registered Nursing license required
- 7-9 years nursing experience, minimum of five years supervisory experience.
- One-year full-time experience with the management of addictions in a licensed substance use disorders treatment facility.
- Have one year of supervisory experience or three years of experience in an opioid treatment facility or detoxification facility
- Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co-occurring disorders, DSM Criteria, and terminology.
- Possesses strong leadership qualities and conflict-resolution skills
About Us
The RCA team is committed to providing the best in evidence-based addiction treatment to our patients and their family members. Our world-class facility offers a safe and comfortable environment that is led by an expert, caring team of addiction professionals to ensure that your time is both healing and comfortable. Our ongoing commitment to your care also extends to family support services.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- nursing: 7 years (Required)
- leadership: 5 years (Required)
- Addiction's management: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Waldorf, MD 20602: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person