Statewide Director of Nursing
Company: Yescare
Location: Hanover
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Experience & Requirements:Graduate of an Accredited Nursing
School required, and must be a masters level Registered Nurse,
registered in Maryland.Current, unrestricted, non-probationary
status license as a Registered Nurse in Maryland.Current Basic Life
Support/CPR Certification at the Medical Professional Level with
AED Training. American Heart Association is the preferred source,
but American Red Cross is acceptable.Specialty certification in
correctional healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health
Professional: CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional
Nurse: CCHP-RN).5 years clinical healthcare experience required
with a minimum of 2 years in a correctional healthcare setting.At
least 2 years of clinical operations management experience required
preferably within a correctional health setting.Knowledge of
accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA & state-specific) as well as
experience with quality improvement programs and clinical auditing
preferred.Knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint and
PowerPoint required.Ability to travel up to eighty (80%) to
correctional facilities, regional offices, client and/or other
vendor sites and flexible work hours required.A background check,
security clearance and drug screening are required for this
role.YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws,
qualified applicants are considered for all positions without
regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual
orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran
status. EOE including Disability/Protected
Veterans.#INDMDResponsibilities:Below is a list of your
responsibilities as a Statewide Director of Nursing with
YesCare:Participates in the recruitment, interview and selection of
key nursing staff, including RDONs. Identifies high potential
nursing talent for development, promotion and succession
opportunities.Provides consultation and support to staff as needed,
including being available for staff to debrief about difficult
situations.Oversees the Professional Development and training of
all nurses; ensures appropriate supervision of all nursing team
members.Participates in the performance management process of
Regional and Assistant DONs to include coaching, feedback and
disciplinary action.Assures performance reviews are completed
annually for staff under his/her direct supervision, including
establishing specific, individual professional development
goals.Monitors compliance with YesCare s and DPSCS employee
standards of behavior. Compliance includes but is not limited to
the maintenance of a working environment and personal appearance,
dress codes consistent with professional responsibilities and
development of harmonious working relationships.Provides
documentation on the delivery of nursing services and reports data
and statistics to the Vice President of Operations, DPSCS DON, and
others as requested. Such information will be reported monthly,
quarterly or annually as required.Sets an example of absolute
patient care focus for nurses within their region and expectation
for exemplary professional nursing practice ownership.Participates
in the continuous quality improvement programs for care delivered
across the regionsAttends and participates in monthly and quarterly
multidisciplinary Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Committee
meetings in each service delivery area (SDA) when possible.Shares
information gathered at the quarterly area multidisciplinary CQI
Committee meetings with the Utilization Management Medical Director
to be used at the Statewide Quarterly Multi-Disciplinary CQI
meetings. These Quarterly Statewide Multi-Disciplinary CQI meetings
will include updates on infectious diseases within the various SDAs
that include outbreaks, care for each disease, program initiatives,
and other appropriate disease topics that can lead to improved
quality of care in the SDAs.Ensures implementation of corrective
action plans, tracks completion of all Corrective Action Plans;
evaluates their effectiveness; ensures documents and reports of all
activities in Committee minutes are submitted to the DPSCS DON as
part of the Contractors regional monthly and quarterly
multi-Contractor CQI meetings reports; and monitors and updates
compliance with any consent decree. In collaboration with the
regional and facility leadership, monitors grievances related to
nursing care within the facilities in the region and addresses as
required.Clearly understands the impact of nursing practice,
productivity and proper implementation of core processes can have
on overall financial performance within the region.Responsible for
the implementation and on-going monitoring of the YesCare Core
Process Program through a coordinated effort with regional
leadership and facility Core 4 team members.Ensures facility DONs
are aware of their role in the delivery of cost effective provision
of care.Collaborates with the regional leadership to identify those
areas of nursing practice and/or nursing management that are
negatively impacting financial performance.Implements best nursing
practice strategies to maximize contract/business
performance.YesCare Benefits (only applicable for full-time
positions)Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Disability
InsuranceGenerous PTO plan401k with matching fundsEmployee Discount
and Rewards ProgramTuition AssistanceContinuing Education
ReimbursementAbout YesCare Health:Correctional healthcare is not
just a job. Its a calling.By choosing a career with YesCare, you
are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the
health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take
pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a
YesCare professional, you have access to the resources and support
to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your
career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an
underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join YesCare
today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical
expertise.by Jobble
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