Director Of Nursing $44-$54 Doe

Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in peoples lives Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you Thats where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level on a flexible schedule and with the recognition and helps you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Colorado Springsemployees uphold A Higher Standard.

Job Description:

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a Registered Nurse who is responsible for the overall direction of home health clinical services. The DON will have overall responsibility for the quality adequacy of services and supervision of staff. The DON establishes implements and evaluates goals/objectives for home health services that meet and promote the standards of quality. We are looking to add an enthusiastic member to our independently owned and operated agency. Join the team and see why are are described as caring compassionate and cheerful.

What We Offer:

401(k)

Competitive pay DOE

Insurance:

o Medical

o Dental

o Vision

o Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement for clinical / administrative positions

Generous Paid Time-Off Plans

Part of a team with RN Oversight

Employee referral bonus

Weekly pay w/ direct deposit

Every BrightStar Care location is independently owned and operated

We promote from within

Paid continuing education

Employee of the month

Variety of in-home and assisted living assignments procedures and treatments

Mobile time tracking and care notes employees can easily clock in and out for work right from a mobile device. Online or offline

Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or in process!

We strongly live our value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the following:

We offer flexible work schedules on a variety of assignments procedures and treatments

Weekend and evening opportunities in-home and facility based

Responsibilities

Provides care as defined within the scope of the states nurse practice act.

Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the clients nursing needs.

Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.

Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops recommends and administers agency policies and procedures.

Supervises educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff.

Plans and implements in-service and training programs.

Oversees the maintenance of client clinical records statistics reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.

Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local state and federal laws.

Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care. Shares information with appropriate organization personnel.

Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.

Requirements

Current unrestricted RN license in state for which care is being provided

Must have graduated from a National League of Nursing accredited program

Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of clinical experience with one (1) year experience in a home health agency primary care clinic or health facility preferred.

Reliable car/auto insurance

Clean background and criminal record

Understands regulatory compliance with state and federal regulations

Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality

Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff.

Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills

Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.

Proven ability to build quality and implement improvements within the operation.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Analytic/Critical thinker.

Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients staff and community.

Treat clients staff and the public with courtesy respect and presents a positive public image.

Case management skills are a plus

Policy development is a plus

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race ethnicity gender veteran status or on the basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class.