Director of Nursing (DON)

What You GetToDo: 

The Director of Nursing (DON) will provide direction and coordination of nursing teams services and supports throughout Dungarvin New Mexico including any consultation on nursing related contracted supports (pharmacy dietary etc.).  Defines and directs the health/medical support infrastructure policies and procedures systems data collection and training across Dungarvin New Mexico to facilitate the health safety and well-being of individuals receiving services.  Ensures local teams are equipped to support individuals who are aging in place and those who are medically fragile.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

1.  Responsibility: Provides clinical leadership consultation and oversight of nursing services within all Dungarvin programs to ensure the delivery of quality health medical and medication supports. 

Duties: 

• Provide day-to-day consultation and support to nursing personnel across all Dungarvin services. 
• Recommend and evaluate nursing service infrastructure resources and staffing needs; communicate recommendations to the State Director. 
• Monitor trends and evaluate the clinical integrity of nursing services supports and plans for individuals in Dungarvin services. 
• Ensure nursing care processes are person-centered and sensitive to the needs of individuals supported. 
• Serve as a liaison between State Regional and Dungarvin leadership regarding nursing and healthcare matters. 
• Assist with expansion into new geographic areas by identifying and establishing necessary nursing supports and resources. 

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Current unencumbered New Mexico Registered Nurse (RN) license. 
• Three or more years experience in a management position involving growth and development activities required. 
• Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver nursing processes and waiver-related tools and assessments preferred: Aspiration Risk Screening Tool (ARST) Medication Administration Assessment Tool (MAAT) electronic Comprehensive Health Assessment Tool (e-CHAT) Health Care Plans (HCP) CARMP Health Passport and Medication Administration Record (MAR). 
• Competency-based training and supervision ability for RNs and LPNs. 
• Proficiency in Therap documentation. 
• Experience with individuals with I/DD is preferred. 

Additional Information :

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex protected veteran status disability genetic information national origin age gender identity sexual orientation or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time