Director of Nursing

Adira Bossier; Louisiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adira Bossier is seeking a Director of Nursing to manage the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department. The role requires clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, and strong staff oversight.

Candidates should possess a nursing diploma and RN licensure with supervisory experience to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient operations. The Director will lead staffing, budgeting, documentation, and collaboration with patients and families, while upholding the organization's mission

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current state RN license.
• Three years of RN experience.
• At least one year supervisory/management experience.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.

Responsibilities

• Promote mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provide basic nursing care within scope of practice.
• Oversee nursing department operations and staffing.
• Develop and maintain nursing service objectives and standards.
• Assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
• Ensure documentation complies with regulations.
• Manage department budget and supplies.
• Communicate with patients and families about treatment.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Prepare for emergencies with procedures.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff management

Clinical documentation

Patient communication

Compliance & regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Current CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Director of Nursing manages and directs the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices that comply with federal, state, and local regulations. He or she demonstrates knowledge of the patients' physical, social, emotional, and psychological needs based on the health care required. In addition, the Director of Nursing ensures adequate staffing patterns, and that staff are qualified and trained.

Essential Functions

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Provide basic nursing care to patients within the scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs.
• Oversees the management and daily operations of the nursing department.
• Develops and maintains nursing service objectives and standards.
• Ensures that each patient's needs are assessed and that a treatment plan is developed for nursing care.
• Provides nursing care following established nursing service objectives and standards.
• Manages and oversees staff, which includes recruiting/hiring, evaluating, scheduling, terminating, etc.
• Manages the department budget.
• Manages supplies and ensures orderly work areas.
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Develops procedures and practices for emergencies.
• Communicates with patients and families regarding treatment and care.
• Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Three years of relevant RN experience required.
• At least one year of supervisory or management experience.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.